Beulah Perdue

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Beulah Perdue — Hebrew
74K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Beulah Perdue 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 Perdue: Arthur Perdue, founder of Perdue Farms Bev Perdue (born 1948), Governor of the U.S. state of North Carolina, 2009–2013 Bolo Perdue (1916–1988), American football end David Perdue (born 1949), U.S. senator from Georgia Derelys Perdue (1902–1989), American silent-film actress and popular dancer Frank Perdue (1920–2005), president of Perdue Farms for many years Hub Perdue (1882–1968), professional baseball player Jim Perdue, chairman and advertising spokesman of Perdue Farms John Perdue, 24th State Treasurer of West Virginia Lauren Perdue (born 1991), American swimmer Lewis Perdue, American novel. 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: Perdue

English

Arthur Perdue, founder of Perdue Farms Bev Perdue (born 1948), Governor of the U.S. state of North Carolina, 2009–2013 Bolo Perdue (1916–1988), American football end David Perdue (born 1949), U.S. senator from Georgia Derelys Perdue (1902–1989), American silent-film actress and popular dancer Frank Perdue (1920–2005), president of Perdue Farms for many years Hub Perdue (1882–1968), professional baseball player Jim Perdue, chairman and advertising spokesman of Perdue Farms John Perdue, 24th State Treasurer of West Virginia Lauren Perdue (born 1991), American swimmer Lewis Perdue, American novel.

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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 Perdue

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 Perdue:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Perdue?
The surname Perdue originates from English. Arthur Perdue, founder of Perdue Farms Bev Perdue (born 1948), Governor of the U.S. state of North Carolina, 2009–2013 Bolo Perdue (1916–1988), American football end David Perdue (born 1949), U.S. senator from Georgia Derelys Perdue (1902–1989), American silent-film actress and popular dancer Frank Perdue (1920–2005), president of Perdue Farms for many years Hub Perdue (1882–1968), professional baseball player Jim Perdue, chairman and advertising spokesman of Perdue Farms John Perdue, 24th State Treasurer of West Virginia Lauren Perdue (born 1991), American swimmer Lewis Perdue, American novel.
What are the origins of the name Beulah Perdue?
The name Beulah Perdue combines two different traditions: the first name Beulah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Perdue originates from English.
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