US Popularity:26386
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Uncovered; Splendor; Giant; Exiled
Goliath is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin with multiple meanings. This unique name will make baby stand out from the crowd with the meanings of “uncovered,” “splendor,” “giant,” and “exiled.” Goliath is the name of the biblical Philistine giant whom the young David slew before becoming a famous king. The term “David and Goliath” has adopted the modern connotation where the underdog triumphs over the formidable enemy. Goliath is also associated with larger-than-life things. The Goliath beetle species was named after the Philistine giant and is one of the largest insects on Earth! If you can feel it in your bones that baby will be full of surprises or have a big personality, Goliath will make an excellent title.

Goliath Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Goliath is currently #26386 in U.S. births
Boy:Goliath is currently #8023 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#26386
in 2022
- 3424
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Online Etymology Dictionary, Goliath (n.)

  • Name Doctor, Goliath

  • Behind the Name, Goliath, May 2020

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 411

  • WordSense Dictionary, goliath

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