Belén
Belén is a Christian girl name of Hebrew, via Spanish origin, meaning “Bethlehem”.
| Meaning | Bethlehem |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | beh-LEN |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Argentina, Chile, Ecuador |
Meaning and origin of Belén
Belén is the Spanish name for Bethlehem, the town where the Gospels place the birth of Jesus. Bethlehem comes from Hebrew Beit Lechem, usually translated 'house of bread'. In Spanish-speaking countries the name honours the Nativity, and the word belén also means a Christmas crib scene. It is especially popular in Spain, Argentina and Chile, often in the form María Belén.
Is Belén a Christian name?
Belén is a Christian name tied directly to the birth of Christ described in Matthew and Luke. Many Catholic girls bear it alongside María.
How popular is Belén?
Popular in Spain and the Southern Cone of South America.
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Spellings and variants of Belén
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Belén mean?
Belén means 'Bethlehem'. It is of Hebrew, via Spanish origin.
Is Belén a Christian name?
Belén is a Christian name tied directly to the birth of Christ described in Matthew and Luke. Many Catholic girls bear it alongside María.
How do you pronounce Belén?
Belén is pronounced beh-LEN.
Is Belén a boy or girl name?
Belén is usually a girl name.