Righteous Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRYE-chus / /ˈraɪ.tʃəs/English; Hebrew
Meaning
morally right (English); just, upright (Hebrew)
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, 'righteous' has been used since the Middle Ages to describe moral integrity and virtue. In Hebrew, the term 'tzaddik' conveys a similar meaning of justice and righteousness, often associated with religious and ethical conduct.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Righteous was first seen in the United States in 2001. Righteous has ranked as high as #1336 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Righteous has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Righteous (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 24 |