Baltazar
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Leadership
Meaning & Etymology
God protects the king
God protects the king
Etymology
Derived from the Greek name Balthasar, which is of Babylonian origin, meaning ‘Bel protects the king’. The name was popularized through the Biblical story of the Magi.
Linguistic family: Indo-European > Italic > Romance
Cultural context
In São Tomé and Príncipe, Baltazar is a name with historical and religious significance, often associated with the Christian tradition and the celebration of Epiphany, when the visit of the Magi to the infant Jesus is commemorated.
Symbolism
The name Baltazar symbolizes divine protection and leadership, reflecting the hope for a child who will be guided and safeguarded by a higher power.
Religious reference
Matthew 2:1-12 (Biblical account of the Magi, including Balthazar)
Related names
Famous People
Baltazar Dias
literature · Portugal
A prominent Portuguese playwright and poet from the 16th century.