Beulah Sato

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Beulah Sato — Hebrew
74K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Beulah Sato 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 Sato: Satō (Japanese: さとう; 佐藤, pronounced [saꜜtoː], English: SAH-toh) is the most common Japanese surname with 2 million people having the surname, representing about 1.5% of Japan's population in March 2023. It is often romanized as Sato, Satou or Satoh. A 2024 study by Hiroshi Yoshida at Tohoku University estimated that if a law requiring spouses to have the same surname is not repealed and the Japanese people do not go extinct due to population decline, then every person in Japan will have the surname Satō by c. 2531 — legalizing separate surnames for married couples would delay this to c. 3310. 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: Sato

Vietnamese

Satō (Japanese: さとう; 佐藤, pronounced [saꜜtoː], English: SAH-toh) is the most common Japanese surname with 2 million people having the surname, representing about 1.5% of Japan's population in March 2023. It is often romanized as Sato, Satou or Satoh. A 2024 study by Hiroshi Yoshida at Tohoku University estimated that if a law requiring spouses to have the same surname is not repealed and the Japanese people do not go extinct due to population decline, then every person in Japan will have the surname Satō by c. 2531 — legalizing separate surnames for married couples would delay this to c. 3310.

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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 Sato

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 Sato:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

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

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 Sato?
The surname Sato originates from Vietnamese. Satō (Japanese: さとう; 佐藤, pronounced [saꜜtoː], English: SAH-toh) is the most common Japanese surname with 2 million people having the surname, representing about 1.5% of Japan's population in March 2023. It is often romanized as Sato, Satou or Satoh. A 2024 study by Hiroshi Yoshida at Tohoku University estimated that if a law requiring spouses to have the same surname is not repealed and the Japanese people do not go extinct due to population decline, then every person in Japan will have the surname Satō by c. 2531 — legalizing separate surnames for married couples would delay this to c. 3310.
What are the origins of the name Beulah Sato?
The name Beulah Sato combines two different traditions: the first name Beulah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Sato originates from Vietnamese.
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