Boaz
Meaning of Boaz
The name Boaz is a distinctive and ancient choice for a baby boy, with deep roots in Hebrew culture. Originating from the Hebrew בֹּעַז (Boʿaz), the name means "swiftness" or "strength." Boaz holds significant biblical associations, most notably as the name of a wealthy landowner who marries Ruth in the Old Testament, symbolizing loyalty and integrity. The name is pronounced similarly across several languages: in German and Dutch, it's pronounced as BO-ahs, while in Hebrew and English, it's pronounced as BOH-az. Although not widely common in the United States, Boaz has seen steady usage over the years, with 234 occurrences in 2023 ranking it at 958. The name's unique sound and rich heritage make it an appealing choice for parents seeking something both meaningful and uncommon. Variations of the name include Boas.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as BO-ahs (/boːas/)
Dutch
- Pronunced as BO-ahs (/boʊs/)
Hebrew
- Pronunced as BO-az (/boʊˈæz/)
English
- Pronunced as BOH-az (/boʊˈæz/)
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Notable People Named Boaz
| Boaz Weinstein is an American hedge fund manager and founder of Saba Capital Management, known for his innovative trading strategies and managing $4.8 billion in assets as of September 2022. |
| Boaz Misholi is a pioneering figure in Israeli high-tech, known for co-founding several influential companies such as Comverse and Verint Systems. |
| Boaz Mahune was a prominent 19th-century politician and civil servant in the Kingdom of Hawaii, known for his contributions to the 1840 Constitution and the Declaration of Rights of 1839. |
| Boaz Yakin is an Israeli-American screenwriter, film director, and producer known for his work on films like Remember the Titans, Safe, and Now You See Me. |
| Boaz Bismuth is a prominent Israeli journalist, columnist, and politician who has served as a member of the Israeli Knesset and as the editor-in-chief of Israel Hayom. |
| Boaz Zippor is an Israeli artist, photographer, poet, and author known for his poetry books and international art exhibitions, currently based in Thailand. |
| Boaz Young - Boaz Yungvits, also known as Bernard Young, was a Polish actor. |
| Boaz Davidson is an Israeli film director, producer, and screenwriter who was born in Tel Aviv, Israel and studied film at London Film School. |
| Dr. Boaz Moav was a multifaceted Israeli academic, politician, and activist. |
