Tzadik
A masculine given name of Hebrew origin meaning "righteous" or "just".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Tzadik. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Tzadik today is around 4 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tzadik births was 2022 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tzadik. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Tzadik. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2022
5 babies that year
Average age
4
years old
2022 SSA rank
#14,160
Tracked since 2022
Popularity
Tzadik: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Tzadik by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Tzadik during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Tzadik
The name Tzadik finds its origins in the Hebrew language and culture. It is derived from the Hebrew word "tzaddik," which means "righteous" or "just." The name is associated with individuals who are considered to be spiritually enlightened or living a life of righteousness and virtue according to Jewish religious teachings.
Tzadik is a term used in Hasidic Judaism to refer to a highly esteemed and revered spiritual leader or master. These individuals were believed to possess exceptional wisdom, piety, and a deep connection with the divine. They served as guides and role models for their communities, providing spiritual guidance and teachings.
The concept of the Tzadik can be traced back to ancient Jewish mystical texts, such as the Kabbalah, where the idea of a righteous individual who serves as an intermediary between the divine and the physical world is explored. In these texts, the Tzadik is often depicted as a conduit for blessings and a source of spiritual sustenance for their followers.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Tzadik can be found in the Talmud, a central text of Judaism that contains oral traditions, interpretations, and discussions on religious laws and teachings. The Talmud mentions several individuals who were referred to as Tzaddikim, including Rabbi Yochanan ben Zakkai, who lived during the 1st century CE.
Throughout history, there have been several notable figures who bore the name Tzadik or were recognized as Tzaddikim by their communities. One such figure was Rabbi Yisrael Ben Eliezer, also known as the Baal Shem Tov (1698-1760), who is considered the founder of the Hasidic movement in Judaism.
Another prominent Tzadik was Rabbi Nachman of Breslov (1772-1810), a renowned spiritual leader and founder of the Breslov Hasidic movement. His teachings and writings continue to influence and guide many followers today.
The name Tzadik was also associated with Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson (1902-1994), who was the seventh and last Rebbe (spiritual leader) of the Chabad-Lubavitch Hasidic movement. He was widely revered for his wisdom, leadership, and efforts to revive and strengthen Jewish communities worldwide.
Rabbi Yitzchak Kaduri (1898-2006), known as the Tzadik of Jerusalem, was another notable figure who bore the name Tzadik. He was a renowned Kabbalist and spiritual leader in Israel, and his teachings and blessings were sought after by many.
The name Tzadik carries a rich historical and spiritual significance within the Jewish tradition, representing individuals who have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of righteousness, wisdom, and spiritual enlightenment. While the name may not be as commonly used today, it continues to hold a special place in the cultural and religious heritage of Judaism.
People
Tzadik + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tzadik as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Tzadik: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tzadik?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tzadik going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Tzadik a common name?
We classify Tzadik as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tzadik most popular?
The single biggest year for Tzadik was 2022, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tzadik is about 4 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Tzadik in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Tzadik a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tzadik in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Tzadik still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Tzadik in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Tzadik can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Tzadik?
If you just want to know how many Americans are named Tzadik, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.