Rising since 2020, #2,798 for boys today.
Popularity of Baltazar since 1915
Babies named Baltazar per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 34 |
| 1920s | 99 |
| 1930s | 127 |
| 1940s | 130 |
| 1950s | 154 |
| 1960s | 157 |
| 1970s | 225 |
| 1980s | 313 |
| 1990s | 472 |
| 2000s | 497 |
| 2010s | 323 |
| 2020s | 212 |
Meaning & origin
Baltazar has a long history as a regal and scholarly name, associated with biblical and legendary figures. In the United States, its earliest recorded use in Social Security data is 1915. Its 2025 rank of 2798 gives it a rarity of about 1-in-37957, placing it far from common but not obscure. The name reached its peak rank in 2001, and has been on an upward trajectory since 2020, showing a modest revival in interest. Top states for usage include Florida, California, and Texas, reflecting its appeal in diverse, multicultural communities. Baltazar's exotic yet familiar sound fits alongside other ornate names from the same tradition.
Baltazar is a variant of Balthazar, the Greek and Latin form of the Hebrew name Belshatzzar, derived from the Phoenician Baal and the Akkadian sharezer or the Hebrew sar. It is often associated with one of the three Magi in Christian tradition, though the name itself appears in the Old Testament as the Babylonian king Belshazzar. The spelling with '-tar' rather than '-thazar' is a common simplified form.
Where Baltazar is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Balty, Baz, Taz
Sibling names for Baltazar
Names that share Baltazar's style, for a brother or sister.
