Baltasar

Greek

"God protects the king"

Baltasar Origin and Meaning

The name Baltasar is a boy's name of Spanish origin.

Baltasar is a masculine name of ancient Babylonian origin, representing a variation of Balthazar, one of the three Magi or Wise Men who visited Jesus according to Christian tradition. The name derives from the Babylonian 'Bel-shar-uzur' meaning 'Bel protect the king', with Bel being a title for the god Marduk. Baltasar remains particularly popular in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries, where it's often associated with Epiphany celebrations. The name carries an air of wisdom, mystery, and ancient nobility. In literature and art, Baltasar/Balthazar appears frequently, further enhancing its cultural significance. This heritage-rich name offers parents a distinctive option with substantial historical and religious connections spanning multiple cultural traditions.

Popularity of the name Baltasar

• 64 Iceland 2024

Famous People Named Baltasar

• Baltasar Corrada del Río Puerto Rican jurist and politician
• Baltasar Gracián Spanish Jesuit philosopher
• Baltasar Kormákur Icelandic actor
• Baltasar Maldonado Spanish conquistador
• Baltasar Lopes da Silva Cape Verdean poet and writer
• Baltasar Porcel Spanish writer and jurist
• Baltasar Hidalgo de Cisneros Spanish naval officer