Beulah Dudley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Beulah Dudley — Hebrew
74K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Beulah Dudley is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Beulah is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Beulah ( BEW-lə), a feminine given name, originated from the Hebrew word (בְּעוּלָ֑ה bə‘ūlāh), used in the Book of Isaiah as a prophesied attribute of the land of Israel. The King James Bible transliterates the word and translates it as "married" (see Isaiah 62:4). An alternative translation is "espoused", see for example Isaiah 62:4 (Mechon Mamre). The Online Etymology Dictionary relates the word to baal, meaning "owner, master, lord". Literary works have used "Beulah" as the name of a mystical place, somewhere between Earth and Heaven. The surname Dudley: Allen Dudley, American politician Ambrose Dudley, 3rd Earl of Warwick (c. 1530 – 1590), English general and patron of moderate Puritanism Andrew Dudley (c. 1507 – 1559), English soldier and courtier Angela Dudley, South African laser scientist Anne Dudley (born 1956), English composer and pop musician Anne Dudley, maiden name of American poet Anne Bradstreet (c. 1612 – 1672) Becca Dudley (born 1990), English presenter and DJ Benjamin Winslow Dudley (1785–1870), American surgeon and academic in Kentucky. Beulah is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 74K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Beulah reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Beulah

Hebrew

Beulah ( BEW-lə), a feminine given name, originated from the Hebrew word (בְּעוּלָ֑ה bə‘ūlāh), used in the Book of Isaiah as a prophesied attribute of the land of Israel. The King James Bible transliterates the word and translates it as "married" (see Isaiah 62:4). An alternative translation is "espoused", see for example Isaiah 62:4 (Mechon Mamre). The Online Etymology Dictionary relates the word to baal, meaning "owner, master, lord". Literary works have used "Beulah" as the name of a mystical place, somewhere between Earth and Heaven.

Surname: Dudley

English

Allen Dudley, American politician Ambrose Dudley, 3rd Earl of Warwick (c. 1530 – 1590), English general and patron of moderate Puritanism Andrew Dudley (c. 1507 – 1559), English soldier and courtier Angela Dudley, South African laser scientist Anne Dudley (born 1956), English composer and pop musician Anne Dudley, maiden name of American poet Anne Bradstreet (c. 1612 – 1672) Becca Dudley (born 1990), English presenter and DJ Benjamin Winslow Dudley (1785–1870), American surgeon and academic in Kentucky.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Beulah is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Beulah by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Beulah Dudley

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Beulah Dudley:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Beulah?
The first name Beulah originates from Hebrew. Beulah ( BEW-lə), a feminine given name, originated from the Hebrew word (בְּעוּלָ֑ה bə‘ūlāh), used in the Book of Isaiah as a prophesied attribute of the land of Israel. The King James Bible transliterates the word and translates it as "married" (see Isaiah 62:4). An alternative translation is "espoused", see for example Isaiah 62:4 (Mechon Mamre). The Online Etymology Dictionary relates the word to baal, meaning "owner, master, lord". Literary works have used "Beulah" as the name of a mystical place, somewhere between Earth and Heaven.
When was Beulah most popular?
The name Beulah reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dudley?
The surname Dudley originates from English. Allen Dudley, American politician Ambrose Dudley, 3rd Earl of Warwick (c. 1530 – 1590), English general and patron of moderate Puritanism Andrew Dudley (c. 1507 – 1559), English soldier and courtier Angela Dudley, South African laser scientist Anne Dudley (born 1956), English composer and pop musician Anne Dudley, maiden name of American poet Anne Bradstreet (c. 1612 – 1672) Becca Dudley (born 1990), English presenter and DJ Benjamin Winslow Dudley (1785–1870), American surgeon and academic in Kentucky.
What are the origins of the name Beulah Dudley?
The name Beulah Dudley combines two different traditions: the first name Beulah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Dudley originates from English.
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