Methuselah Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: meh-THOO-suh-lah //məˈθuːzəˌlɑː//
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: man of the dart; his death shall bring
Historical & Cultural Background
Methuselah is a biblical figure from Hebrew tradition, known as the son of Enoch and grandfather of Noah. His age, recorded as 969 years, has made him a symbol of longevity in various cultures.
The name is often referenced in religious texts and discussions about the antediluvian period. In Jewish tradition, Methuselah is sometimes seen as a figure representing the patience of God.
Famous people named Methuselah
In this section, you will find notable people named Methuselah. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Methuselah who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Methuselah — biblical figure.
Methuselah (the name) — used in literature and culture.
Fictional characters named Methuselah
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Methuselah — The Bible.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Methuselah was first seen in the United States in 2024.
Methuselah has ranked as high as #25353 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Methuselah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Methuselah 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 Methuselah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Methuselah.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Methuselah
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