Baltazar

Patronymic

Meaning

One of the three wise men or kings; derived from the Hebrew name Balthazar.

Etymology

From the Hebrew 'Belshazzar' or Greek 'Balthassar', traditionally associated with one of the Magi who visited Jesus. The name was popularized as a given name and later adopted as a surname in Spanish-speaking regions.

About the Baltazar Surname

A surname derived from the biblical name of one of the three wise men, commonly used in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions. The name reflects religious traditions and the veneration of the Magi.

Distribution

Found in Spain, Portugal, and Latin American countries.

Notable Bearers

Baltazar de Beaumont, various historical Spanish nobility

People with the Baltazar Surname