Baltus

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Name: Baltus
Gender: Boy name
Syllables: 2

The male first name Baltus is a Dutch and Lower Rhine short form of Balthasar. This derives from the Hebrew name Belshatzzar (בֵּלְשַׁאצַּר), which in turn traces back to Bēl-arra-uṣur (Akkadian).

What does the name Baltus mean?

Baltus is a short form of Balthasar and has its roots in the Hebrew Belshatzzar (בֵּלְשַׁאצַּר), which traces back to the Akkadian Bēl-arra-uṣur. Translated, the name means 'Baal protect the king' and 'Baal sustain the king.' Its origins are found in Akkadian and Babylonian, derived from the three components Bēl for 'the deity,' arra for 'the king,' and uṣur for 'sustain' or 'protect.' The name has a long tradition and became known in the early Middle Ages as one of the names of the Three Wise Men who traveled to Bethlehem to pay homage to the birth of Jesus Christ. Other variants include Belsazar, Balthazar, Baltasar, Baldassare, Baldassarre, Boldizsar, Balthes, Balcer, Balles, Balczus, Baltes, Balz, Balzer, Baltzer, and Balzar.

Where does the name Baltus come from?

The first name Baltus has Akkadian and Babylonian roots and means 'Baal sustain the king.'

How do you pronounce Baltus?

The pronunciation of Baltus is clear and two-syllable. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Bal-tus' [ˈbaltʊs], starting with an open 'a' that gives the sound warmth and directness. The consonant combination 'lt' provides a clear internal structure. The ending '-us' gives the name a slightly classical, almost Latin note, without compromising the brevity of the name. Baltus thus conveys an impression of steadfastness and a sense of tradition - compact in structure but with a stable, dignified presence.

When is the name day of Baltus?

The name day of Baltus is celebrated on January 6.

Popularity

In Germany, Baltus is considered a rare first name. In 2021, it ranked 5,195th in the list of the most common male first names. Over the past ten years, Baltus has been given as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 9,767th. For the global popularity and frequency of Baltus, the rankings in the name charts of individual countries can be consulted.

Famous people

Baltus Mantz (American politician)

Frequently asked questions about the name Baltus

What is the origin of the name Baltus?

The name Baltus has its roots in Akkadian and Babylonian. It comes from the Hebrew short form Balthasar and means 'Baal sustain the king.'

What does the first name Baltus mean?

Baltus translates to 'Baal protect the king' and consists of the components Bēl (the deity), arra (the king), and uṣur (sustain, protect).

How popular is the name Baltus?

Baltus is primarily found in the Netherlands and has a long tradition, especially due to its connection to the Three Wise Men in the early Middle Ages.