Methuselah
“A meaningful name with English roots”
English origin · Boy name
#1000US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 0.74%Percentile
How to pronounce Methuselah
muthy·OO·zul·uh
/məθj.ˈuː.zəl.ə/ · stress on OO · 4 syllables
“A meaningful name with English roots”
English origin · Boy name
What does Methuselah mean and where does it come from?
Methuselah is an American name that emerged in the modern era, with usage recorded in US birth records.
Cultural significance
Methuselah represents a contemporary naming tradition popular in English-speaking communities.
Peak popularity
Reached #1000 in 2024 — currently #1000 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Methuselah?
Methuselah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Methuselah Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Methuselah Rose
Floral · soft ending
Methuselah Mae
Sweet · timeless
Methuselah Claire
French influence · crisp
Methuselah Jane
Literary · strong
Methuselah Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Methuselah right now?
Holding steady — currently #1000 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Methuselah is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Methuselah?
Common
MetMeElah
What names sound and feel like Methuselah?
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Common questions about the name Methuselah
What does the name Methuselah mean?
Methuselah means "A meaningful name with English roots" — a name rooted in English 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 Methuselah?
Methuselah is currently ranked #1000 as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Methuselah?
Methuselah originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Methuselah?
Methuselah is a four-syllable name pronounced M AH0 TH Y UW1 Z AH0 L AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Methuselah?
Methuselah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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