Baltazar Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAL-tuh-zar / ˈbæl.tə.zɑːrHebrew; Latin; Spanish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'Baal protects'; Latin: 'the king'; Spanish: 'the king'
Historical & Cultural Background
Baltazar is traditionally associated with one of the Three Wise Men in Christian tradition, known for bringing gifts to the infant Jesus. The name has roots in various cultures, reflecting its widespread use across different languages and regions. It has been popular in literature and art, often symbolizing wisdom and royalty.
Trend Summary
Baltazar has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, remaining a unique choice.
Similar Names
Variants
- Balthasar
- Balthazar
International Variants
- Baltasar (Spanish)
- Balthasar (German)
- Balthazar (French)
Famous people named Baltazar
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Fictional characters named Baltazar
Baltazar is a character in the animated film 'The Secret of Kells', serving as a wise figure.
Baltazar is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda', known for his mystical abilities.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Baltazar was first seen in the United States in 1915. Baltazar has ranked as high as #1240 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Arizona, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Baltazar has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Baltazar (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 12 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 16 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 15 |
| 1932 | 20 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1936 | 17 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1947 | 20 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 19 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1951 | 14 |
| 1952 | 19 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 17 |
| 1958 | 18 |
| 1959 | 17 |
| 1960 | 15 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 23 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 18 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 22 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1972 | 22 |
| 1973 | 26 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1975 | 24 |
| 1976 | 24 |
| 1977 | 22 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 26 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 23 |
| 1982 | 30 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 30 |
| 1985 | 25 |
| 1986 | 31 |
| 1987 | 34 |
| 1988 | 42 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 50 |
| 1991 | 44 |
| 1992 | 43 |
| 1993 | 43 |
| 1994 | 50 |
| 1995 | 41 |
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 43 |
| 1998 | 56 |
| 1999 | 54 |
| 2000 | 51 |
| 2001 | 59 |
| 2002 | 46 |
| 2003 | 58 |
| 2004 | 47 |
| 2005 | 39 |
| 2006 | 52 |
| 2007 | 47 |
| 2008 | 58 |
| 2009 | 40 |
| 2010 | 39 |
| 2011 | 33 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 24 |
| 2016 | 33 |
| 2017 | 33 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2022 | 41 |
| 2023 | 34 |
| 2024 | 43 |