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Boaz

Boy · Hebrew · Short name

Meaning
In him is strength, swift
Pronunciation
BO-az
Origin
Hebrew

From Hebrew meaning in him is strength or swiftness.

Popularity
Rare in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: Hebrew, English

Commonly used in: United States, Israel

Also recorded as Gender-neutral.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Hebrew Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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