NAME PROFILE

Boaz

Boaz is a Hebrew name meaning 'swiftness' or 'strength.' It conveys a sense of reliability and stability, often associated with a protective and nurturing presence.

Key Stats

Total births3,476
GenderMale (56% / 44%)
Peak year2025
Peak generationGen A
First recorded1974
Most recent2025
Syllables1
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 26%NY — 23%TX — 18%WA — 17%FL — 15%

Notable People

Boaz (Biblical figure, husband of Ruth) · Boaz Yakin (Film director, *Remember the Titans*) · Boaz Ma'uda (Israeli singer and songwriter) · Boaz Kauffman (Israeli author) · Boaz Ravid (Israeli economist)

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