How Many People Are Named Nazareth?

Complete statistics for the name Nazareth: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Nazareth
Very Rare
Hebrew

Nazareth means 'branch' in Hebrew and it's a very rare name for boys. Only 1 in 148,192 Americans are named Nazareth, making it super unique. The name peaked in 2023 with 156 births, showing it's gaining popularity among younger parents.

~593
Living in US
1 in 558,936
Americans
2023
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Branch
🌐
Origin
Hebrew
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Spiritual Inspired
3
Life Path Number

Life path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

2,227
Worldwide Bearers
#47,338
Global Rank
🇵🇪 Peru
196
🇨🇱 Chile
165
🇧🇴 Bolivia
148
🇳🇬 Nigeria
143
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
125
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
83
🇰🇼 Kuwait
47
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
43
🇿🇦 South Africa
42
🇺🇬 Uganda
42

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
1,104 (50%)
♀ Female
1,123 (50%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 16
2,007
Would be under 30 (88%)
243
Would be 30–60 (11%)
33
Would be over 60 (1%)

All 2,283 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2023

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
92
Classic Feel
13
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Nazareth Through the Generations

Nazareth has seen a steady rise in popularity, especially among younger generations. With 2,227 people named Nazareth living in the US today, the name's modern appeal is clear. In 2023, the peak year, 156 babies were given this name, indicating a growing trend. The majority of those named Nazareth are under 30, with 2,007 individuals falling into this age bracket, highlighting its status as a genuinely contemporary choice.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 325
Texas 286
New York 41
Florida 27
North Carolina 16
New Jersey 16
Illinois 11
Virginia 6
Arizona 5
Georgia 5

✨ Similar Names to Nazareth

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Nazareth's Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Nazareth

How Many People Have the Name Nazareth?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 593 people in the United States currently share the name Nazareth. That works out to roughly 1 in every 558,936 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Nazareth a Common or Rare Name?

Nazareth is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Nazareth Mean?

Nazareth means "branch" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Nazareth in SSA data, approximately 50% are male and 50% are female.

When Was Nazareth Most Popular?

The name Nazareth reached peak popularity in 2023, with 156 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Nazareth?

Approximately 593 people named Nazareth live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 593. That works out to roughly 1 in 558,936 Americans.

Is Nazareth a rare name?

Nazareth is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 558,936 Americans has this name.

What does the name Nazareth mean?

Nazareth means "branch" and comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Nazareth more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 50% of people named Nazareth are male and 50% are female.

When was Nazareth most popular?

Nazareth peaked in 2023 with 156 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US593
All-Time Births593
1 in X1 in 558,936
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age16
Peak Year2023
World Rank#47,338
Male %50%
Female %50%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.