Beulah Moya

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Beulah Moya — Hebrew
74K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Beulah Moya 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 Moya: Alejandro Moya (born 1969), Cuban filmmaker Angel Moya Acosta (born 1964), Cuban political activist Carlos Moyà (born 1976), Spanish tennis player Edu Moya (born 1981), Spanish footballer Eidy Moya (born 1974), Venezuelan boxer Enrique Moya (born 1958), Venezuelan author Esther Moya (born 1984), Spanish artistic gymnast Frank Moya (1929–2021), American anesthesiologist, businessman, and educator Frank Moya Pons, Dominican historian Gabriel Moya (baseball) (born 1995), Venezuelan baseball player Gabriel Moya (footballer) (born 1966), Spanish footballer Gary Moya (born 2001), Chilean footballer . 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: Moya

Spanish

Alejandro Moya (born 1969), Cuban filmmaker Angel Moya Acosta (born 1964), Cuban political activist Carlos Moyà (born 1976), Spanish tennis player Edu Moya (born 1981), Spanish footballer Eidy Moya (born 1974), Venezuelan boxer Enrique Moya (born 1958), Venezuelan author Esther Moya (born 1984), Spanish artistic gymnast Frank Moya (1929–2021), American anesthesiologist, businessman, and educator Frank Moya Pons, Dominican historian Gabriel Moya (baseball) (born 1995), Venezuelan baseball player Gabriel Moya (footballer) (born 1966), Spanish footballer Gary Moya (born 2001), Chilean footballer .

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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 Moya

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 Moya:

4
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Moya?
The surname Moya originates from Spanish. Alejandro Moya (born 1969), Cuban filmmaker Angel Moya Acosta (born 1964), Cuban political activist Carlos Moyà (born 1976), Spanish tennis player Edu Moya (born 1981), Spanish footballer Eidy Moya (born 1974), Venezuelan boxer Enrique Moya (born 1958), Venezuelan author Esther Moya (born 1984), Spanish artistic gymnast Frank Moya (1929–2021), American anesthesiologist, businessman, and educator Frank Moya Pons, Dominican historian Gabriel Moya (baseball) (born 1995), Venezuelan baseball player Gabriel Moya (footballer) (born 1966), Spanish footballer Gary Moya (born 2001), Chilean footballer .
What are the origins of the name Beulah Moya?
The name Beulah Moya combines two different traditions: the first name Beulah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Moya originates from Spanish.
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