Mazal Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAH-zahl / /ˈmɑː.zəl/Hebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
luck; fortune (Hebrew); lucky star (Yiddish)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew culture, 'Mazal' signifies good fortune and is often associated with astrological influences. In Yiddish, it conveys a sense of being blessed with luck or a fortunate star. The name is commonly used in Jewish communities, reflecting a cultural appreciation for luck and destiny. It has also appeared in various Jewish texts and folklore, emphasizing the importance of fortune in life.
Similar Names
—
Variants
- Mazalyn
- Mazelle
International Variants
- Mazal (Hebrew)
- Mazal (Yiddish)
Famous people named Mazal
Mazal Tov — common Jewish expression.
Mazal Moshonov — Israeli artist.
Fictional characters named Mazal
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mazal was first seen in the United States in 1993. Mazal has ranked as high as #1328 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in New York, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Mazal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mazal (2015)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1993 | 5 |
1995 | 6 |
1997 | 5 |
1999 | 5 |
2000 | 5 |
2001 | 9 |
2002 | 10 |
2003 | 6 |
2004 | 14 |
2005 | 7 |
2006 | 9 |
2007 | 7 |
2008 | 6 |
2009 | 9 |
2010 | 5 |
2011 | 5 |
2012 | 8 |
2013 | 8 |
2014 | 8 |
2015 | 10 |
2016 | 10 |
2017 | 7 |
2019 | 9 |
2021 | 8 |
2022 | 7 |
2023 | 10 |
2024 | 7 |