Eschol Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ES-kol //ˈɛs.kɔl//
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Eschol: cluster of grapes
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Eschol has its roots in Hebrew, derived from the word "eshcol," which means "a cluster of grapes." This term appears in the biblical context, specifically in the Book of Numbers, where it is associated with the Valley of Eshcol, a location noted for its abundant grapevines. The name entered the English language through the translation of biblical texts, particularly the King James Bible, published in 1611, which helped solidify its presence in Christian contexts.
Historically, the name Eschol is linked to significant biblical narratives. The Valley of Eshcol is mentioned in the account of the Israelite spies sent to scout the land of Canaan, where they returned with a cluster of grapes so large that it required two men to carry it.
This event, which is dated to the 13th century BCE, symbolizes abundance and the promise of prosperity, contributing to the name's enduring significance in religious and cultural traditions. Culturally, Eschol carries connotations of fertility and richness, often associated with the biblical themes of land and harvest.
The name has been used in various religious contexts, reflecting its biblical origins and the values of abundance and divine promise. While diminutive forms or variations are not widely noted, the name's historical and cultural resonance has allowed it to maintain a presence in religious literature and discussions surrounding biblical names.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eschol was first seen in the United States in 1916.
Eschol has ranked as high as #881 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Georgia.
In the past 5 years the name Eschol has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Eschol is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Eschol was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Eschol (1928)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Eschol.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1916 | 5 |