Melchior Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEL-kee-or / ˈmɛl.ki.ɔrHebrew; Latin; Greek
Meaning
Hebrew: 'king of light'; Latin: 'gift of God'; Greek: 'to be king'
Historical & Cultural Background
Melchior is traditionally one of the Three Wise Men or Magi who visited Jesus after his birth, according to Christian tradition. The name has been used in various cultures and languages throughout history. In medieval Europe, it became popular among Christians, often associated with wisdom and royalty.
Trend Summary
Melchior has remained relatively uncommon in the U.S., with occasional spikes in interest due to cultural references.
Similar Names
Variants
- Melchiorre
- Melchiorus
International Variants
- Melchior (German)
- Melchior (Spanish)
- Melchior (Polish)
Famous people named Melchior
Melchior de Polignac was a French mathematician known for his contributions to number theory.
Melchior von Staden was a German composer and conductor in the 18th century.
Melchior Teschner was a German composer and musician known for his hymns.
Melchior Lichtenberg was a German theologian and writer in the 18th century.
Fictional characters named Melchior
Melchior is a character in the musical 'Spring Awakening', representing youthful idealism.
Melchior is a character in the animated film 'The Star', depicted as one of the Wise Men.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Melchior was first seen in the United States in 1915. Melchior has ranked as high as #825 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Melchior has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Melchior
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |