Boulder Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Boulder

"A town in Western Australia, merged with Kalgoorlie in 1989 as the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2004 👥 10 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A town in Western Australia, merged with Kalgoorlie in 1989 as the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
10
Life Path
Number 5

📖 What Does Boulder Mean?

In geology, a boulder is a rock fragment with size greater than 25.6 cm (10.1 in) in diameter. Smaller pieces are called cobbles and pebbles. While a boulder may be small enough to move or roll manually, others are extremely massive. In common usage, a boulder is too large for a person to move. Smaller boulders are usually just called rocks or stones.

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In geology, a boulder is a rock fragment with size greater than 25.6 cm (10.1 in) in diameter. Smaller pieces are called cobbles and pebbles. While a boulder may be small enough to move or roll manually, others are extremely massive. In common usage, a boulder is too large for a person to move. Smaller boulders are usually just called rocks or stones.

Root Element
Boulder
Core Meaning
"A town in Western Australia, merged with Kalgoorlie in 1989 as the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Boulder

B 2
O 6
U 3
L 3
D 4
E 5
R 9
SUM 5
5
Life Path
Freedom & Adventure
5
Soul Urge
Freedom & Adventure
9
Personality
Compassion & Idealism

Life Path 5 — Freedom & Adventure: Versatile, curious, and love for exploration.

📊 Boulder in Numbers

10 US bearers
2004 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Boulder" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A town in Western Australia, merged with Kalgoorlie in 1989 as the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~10 people named Boulder in the US. Peaked in 2004 with 5 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Boulder?

The Life Path number for Boulder is 5, associated with Freedom & Adventure. Soul Urge: 5. Personality: 9.

Is Boulder a boy or girl name?

Boulder is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Boulder in the US?

Approximately 10 people in the United States are named Boulder. The name peaked in 2004 with 5 recorded uses.

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