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Boaz

Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Boaz: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2018.

Boaz is a Hebrew name from the Bible, often translated as "swiftness" or "strength." It belongs to the wealthy Bethlehemite who becomes the husband of Ruth in the Book of Ruth, a story of loyalty and redemption that has made the name a lasting choice for those seeking a strong, faith-rooted name. Though not tied to any major places directly named after a bearer, Boaz has appeared in literature and film

Boy 1 of 52 years

Peak year
20183 babies
Latest (2018)
#7043 babies
Total births
3since 2018
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2018 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).