Find out how popular the first name Sirach has been for the last 7 years (from 2016 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sirach by gender

Based on the last 7 years of data, Sirach is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Sirach.

The history of the first name Sirach

The name Sirach is derived from the Hebrew name "Ben Sira," which means "Son of Sira." It originated in ancient Hebrew culture and is closely associated with the biblical Book of Sirach, also known as the Book of Ecclesiasticus or the Wisdom of Ben Sira. This book was written by a Jewish author from Jerusalem around 200 BCE and is included in the Septuagint and various Christian biblical canons.

The Book of Sirach is a collection of ethical teachings and wisdom literature that explores topics such as friendship, family, education, and the pursuit of knowledge. The author, known as Ben Sira or Sirach, is considered one of the most important figures in the development of Jewish wisdom literature.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Sirach can be found in the Book of Sirach itself, where the author introduces himself as "Jesus, son of Eleazar, son of Sirach." This reference dates back to the 2nd century BCE and provides a direct connection between the name and the book's author.

Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the name Sirach or variations of it. In the 4th century CE, Sirach was the name of a Christian martyr who was executed during the persecutions of the Roman Emperor Diocletian. Another Sirach, a Coptic bishop, lived in the 7th century CE and is known for his writings on theology and church history.

In more recent times, Sirach has been used as a given name, particularly among Jewish and Christian communities influenced by the Book of Sirach. One example is Sirach Hanan Yonah, an Israeli poet and translator born in 1904 who was active in the Hebrew literary renaissance of the early 20th century.

Another notable figure with the name Sirach was Sirach Lewis, a British-born American painter and printmaker who lived from 1925 to 1994. He was known for his abstract expressionist works and was part of the New York art scene in the mid-20th century.

While not as common as some other biblical or historical names, Sirach has maintained a presence throughout the centuries, carrying with it the legacy of the ancient Hebrew wisdom literature and the Book of Sirach.

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