The nameBalthazar
Balthazar is a boy's name, that of one of the Three Wise Men. Long rare, it has spread in France since the 2000s.
- Boy's name
- Babylonian
Meaning
Balthazar is often linked to the Akkadian Bel-shar-usur, "Bel protect the king".
Origin
Babylonian. In Christian tradition, Balthazar is one of the Magi who came to worship the infant Jesus.
History
Long rare, the name has spread in France since the 2000s and has reached its highest level in recent years.
Popularity of the name Balthazar
Balthazar in France
Balthazar was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 750 births over the decade, 31% of all recorded babies named Balthazar. Its rise began around 1990, and it peaked in 2022. Half of all babies named Balthazar in France were born before 2013, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 118 births a year on average, against 89 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Balthazar mean?
Balthazar is often linked to the Akkadian Bel-shar-usur, "Bel protect the king".
What is the origin of the name Balthazar?
Babylonian. In Christian tradition, Balthazar is one of the Magi who came to worship the infant Jesus.
Is Balthazar a girl's or a boy's name?
Balthazar is a boy's name.