Boaz
Boaz: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbəʊ.əz/ · /ˈboʊ.əz/
Meaning and origin of Boaz
- A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin.
Etymology
From Biblical Hebrew בֹּעַז (Bṓʿaz).
How popular is Boaz?
Since 1880, 3,476 boys in the U.S. have been named Boaz. Its highest rank for boys was #891 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #891 for boys, with 268 babies given the name.
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Boaz FAQ
What does the name Boaz mean?
A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin. From Biblical Hebrew בֹּעַז (Bṓʿaz).
What is the origin of the name Boaz?
Boaz is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Boaz?
Since 1880, 3,476 boys in the U.S. have been named Boaz. Its highest rank for boys was #891 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #891 for boys, with 268 babies given the name.
Is Boaz a boy or girl name?
Boaz is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 3,476 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.