Boaz
Boaz first appears in US records in 1928. It peaked in 2025, when 268 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 268.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Boaz popular?
Near its peak Boaz is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 1,342 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,315 | |
| 2000s | 477 | |
| 1990s | 180 | |
| 1980s | 89 | |
| 1970s | 57 | |
| 1960s | 11 | |
| 1920s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Boaz mean?
Scholarly readings favor 'in him is strength' or 'in strength,' from be 'in' + oz (root '-z-z, 'to be strong'). An alternative traces it to a root meaning 'swiftness, quickness,' and Martin Noth preferred 'sharp mind.' The name of Ruth's husband and of a pillar of Solomon's Temple. The widespread name-site gloss 'swiftness' is weaker than the 'strength' reading; meaning is debated.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Boaz mean?
Boaz means in him is strength (disputed). Scholarly readings favor 'in him is strength' or 'in strength,' from be 'in' + oz (root '-z-z, 'to be strong'). An alternative traces it to a root meaning 'swiftness, quickness,' and Martin Noth preferred 'sharp mind.' The name of Ruth's husband and of a pillar of Solomon's Temple. The widespread name-site gloss 'swiftness' is weaker than the 'strength' reading; meaning is debated.
What is the origin of the name Boaz?
Boaz is of hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Boaz?
Boaz is pronounced “BOH-az.”
Is Boaz a boy or a girl name?
Boaz is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Boaz a popular name right now?
Boaz is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Boaz?
In 2025, Boaz ranked #891 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Boaz most popular?
Boaz was most popular in 2025, when about 268 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Boaz?
Names similar to Boaz include Reuben, Doron, Amos, Ari, Gideon.
What names go well with Boaz?
hebrew names that pair well with Boaz include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.