Find out how popular the first name Nazaret has been for the last 38 years (from 1986 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Nazaret by gender

Based on the last 38 years of data, Nazaret is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 86% of people named Nazaret being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 29 female babies and 5 male babies born with the name Nazaret.

The history of the first name Nazaret

The name Nazaret is derived from the Hebrew name "Natzrat," which means "verdant, blooming." It refers to the town of Nazareth in Galilee, where Jesus Christ spent his childhood and early adulthood. The name gained widespread recognition after the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem and his subsequent upbringing in Nazareth.

The name Nazaret is mentioned in the New Testament of the Bible, particularly in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. These scriptures recount the life and teachings of Jesus, who was often referred to as "Jesus of Nazareth" or "the Nazarene."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nazaret was in the 1st century CE, when it was used to refer to the followers of Jesus Christ, who were initially called "the Nazarenes." The name was later adopted by Christians as a reference to Jesus' place of origin and upbringing.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Nazaret, including:

1. Nazaret Daghavians (1640-1724), an Armenian Catholic prelate who served as the Patriarch of the Armenian Catholic Church from 1680 to 1724.

2. Nazaret Panossian (1857-1923), an Armenian writer and educator who played a significant role in the development of Armenian literature and education in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

3. Nazaret Cherkezian (1886-1947), an Armenian painter and sculptor known for his portraiture and religious works, including several murals in Armenian churches.

4. Nazaret Hagopian (1899-1966), an Armenian-American artist and educator who taught at the Art Institute of Chicago and influenced the development of abstract expressionism in the United States.

5. Nazaret Manoogian (1921-2018), an American philanthropist and community leader of Armenian descent, who founded the Alex and Marie Manoogian Foundation and supported various educational and cultural initiatives.

While the name Nazaret has its roots in the biblical town of Nazareth, it has transcended its religious origins and has been adopted by individuals from various cultural backgrounds, reflecting the widespread influence of the story of Jesus Christ.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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