Nazaret Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: NAH-zah-ret //ˈnɑː.zə.rɛt//
Origin: Hebrew; Spanish
Meaning: from Nazareth (Hebrew); a place of refuge (Spanish)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Nazaret has its roots in the Hebrew language, derived from the word 'netzer' (נֵצֶר), which means 'branch' or 'shoot.' This term is often associated with the biblical prophecy found in Isaiah 11:1, which speaks of a shoot coming forth from the stump of Jesse, symbolizing hope and renewal. The name is closely linked to the town of Nazareth in Galilee, where Jesus of Nazareth is said to have grown up, thus giving the name significant religious and cultural weight in Christian traditions.
Historically, Nazareth is mentioned in the New Testament, particularly in the Gospels, which were composed in Greek during the first century CE. The Greek form of the name, 'Nazareth,' was later adopted into Latin as 'Nazarethum' before making its way into Old French and eventually into English.
The association with Jesus has made Nazareth a focal point for Christian pilgrimage and devotion, further embedding the name in religious contexts. Culturally, the name Nazaret carries connotations of humility and divine purpose, reflecting the life of Jesus and the significance of his upbringing in a small town.
This connection has contributed to the name's endurance over centuries, as it evokes themes of faith and spiritual growth. In some cultures, diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, but the core significance remains tied to its biblical origins and the historical context surrounding Nazareth itself.
Famous people named Nazaret
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nazaret was first seen in the United States in 1986.
Nazaret has ranked as high as #7315 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, and California.
In the past 5 years the name Nazaret has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Nazaret 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 Nazaret 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 Nazaret.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 2024 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 2023 | 34 | 5 | 29 |
| 2022 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 2021 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2020 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2019 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2018 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 2017 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2016 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2015 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2013 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2012 | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| 2011 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2010 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2009 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2008 | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| 2007 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2006 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2005 | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2003 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2001 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1999 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1997 | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Nazaret (2023)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 |