Baltazar
Baltazar is a Christian boy name of Akkadian, via Spanish origin, meaning “(Bel) protect the king”.
| Meaning | (Bel) protect the king |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Akkadian, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | bahl-tah-SAHR |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Mexico, Spain, Philippines, Argentina |
Meaning and origin of Baltazar
Baltazar is a Spanish spelling of Balthazar, traced to the Akkadian 'Bel-sharra-usur', meaning 'may Bel protect the king'. Bel was a title of the Babylonian god Marduk. The closely related Belshazzar appears in the Book of Daniel. In Christian tradition Balthazar is the name given to one of the three Magi who visited the infant Jesus, though the Gospel of Matthew does not name them. In Spain the Magi are celebrated on 6 January.
Is Baltazar a Christian name?
Balthazar is one of the three kings of Christian tradition, venerated on the feast of the Epiphany, which is especially beloved in Spanish-speaking countries.
How popular is Baltazar?
Uncommon, but enjoying some revival in Latin America and Spain.
Gifts with the name Baltazar
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Baltazar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Baltazar mean?
Baltazar means '(Bel) protect the king'. It is of Akkadian, via Spanish origin.
Is Baltazar a Christian name?
Balthazar is one of the three kings of Christian tradition, venerated on the feast of the Epiphany, which is especially beloved in Spanish-speaking countries.
How do you pronounce Baltazar?
Baltazar is pronounced bahl-tah-SAHR.
Is Baltazar a boy or girl name?
Baltazar is usually a boy name.