Bezalel

“in the shadow of God”

Israel origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8339US 2023

9Births / yr

↑Rising

56All-time births

📅 Since 200600

What does Bezalel mean and where does it come from?

The name Bezalel (בְּצַלְאֵל) is of Hebrew origin and is found primarily in Jewish communities. It is notably recognized in the Biblical context as the name of a chief artisan responsible for constructing the Tabernacle in the Book of Exodus. Bezalel was characterized by his wisdom and craftsmanship

Cultural significance

Bezalel has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of in the shadow of god.

Peak popularity

Reached #8478 in 2020 — currently #8339 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Bezalel?

Bezalel works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Bezalel Grace

How popular is Bezalel right now?

Rising fast — up 1624 spots — currently #8339 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#8339 · Top 6.2%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8339	9	▲ up 1624 · +29% births
2022	#9963	7	▼ down 2815 · -36% births
2021	#7148	11	▲ up 1330 · +22% births
2020	#8478	9	▲ up 3160 · +50% births
2015	#11638	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Bezalel

Best Year2021Rank #7148

Peak Count11

Average Rank#9113

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Bezalel

Bezalel is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2006. With 56 total births recorded, Bezalel remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11638 in 2015 to #8339 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Bezalel in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Bezalel by decade

Bezalel peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	6
2010s ★	41
2020s	9

💎Bezalel has only 56 total recorded births since 2006 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Bezalel?

Common

BezBezieBezyAlel

What names sound and feel like Bezalel?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Bezalel also consider these

Betzalel

Hebrew · in the shadow

Bezaleel

Hebrew · in the shadow

Bezarez

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Netanel

Israel · נתנאל - 'gift

Bezell

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Benales

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Bezalel

What does the name Bezalel mean?

Bezalel means "in the shadow of God" — a name rooted in Israel tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Bezalel?

Bezalel is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Bezalel have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Bezalel?

Bezalel originates from Israel tradition. Israel names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Bezalel?

Bezalel pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Israel heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Bezalel trending right now?

Bezalel is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.