"married, belonging to God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Beulah
Pronunciation: [ by-OOL-uh ]
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"promised land, paradise"
Origin: Biblical
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- "Beulah, peel me a grape" is a famous 1933 Mae West film line that made Beulah a cultural punchline; the name also has complex associations with racial dynamics in early 20th century American culture
The Story of Beulah
Beulah comes from the Hebrew word be'ulah (בְּעוּלָה), meaning married or owned by God. In the Old Testament, it appears in Isaiah 62:4 where God promises Israel: "You shall no more be called Desolate, but you shall be called Beulah, for the Lord delights in you." This passage gave the name its meaning of divine blessing and restoration. John Bunyan later used Beulah Land in Pilgrim's Progress to describe a paradise near the Celestial City.
Beulah was most popular in the United States in the late 1800s and early 1900s, particularly in African American communities where biblical names held deep significance. It fell sharply after the 1950s radio and TV show Beulah, which featured a stereotyped Black domestic worker, creating problematic associations.
"Beulah Land" became a powerful spiritual and gospel song, with Beulah representing heaven or the Promised Land in African American Christian tradition. The name carries both this profound religious heritage and a complicated cultural history in 20th century America.
Historical Record
Beulah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 3,288 babies have been named Beulah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Beulah is past its peak , currently ranked #5,087 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Beulah Land appears in Isaiah 62:4, where God renames Israel from Forsaken to Beulah (Married)
- John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress (1678) describes the Beulah Land as a place of rest before heaven
- The song Beulah Land has been recorded by dozens of gospel and country artists since the 19th century
Beulah in Other Languages
Greek
Βεύλα
Hebrew
בְּעוּלָה
English
Beulah
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Beulah
Popularity Over Time
#5,087
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 1950
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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The titular character of the 1950s American radio and television series, a Black domestic worker character that both popularized and complicated the name's legacy
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,087
- Total SSA Count
- 26
- Cultural Origins
- English African American Christian Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Beu
Lou
Lula
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beulah
What does the name Beulah mean?
"married, belonging to God" (from Hebrew). "promised land, paradise" (from Biblical). Beulah comes from the Hebrew word be'ulah (בְּעוּלָה), meaning married or owned by God. In the Old Testament, it appears in Isaiah 62:4 where God promises Israel: "You shall no more be called Desolate, but you shall be called Beulah, for the Lord delights in you." This passage gave the name its meaning of divine blessing and restoration. John Bunyan later used Beulah Land in Pilgrim's Progress to describe a paradise near the Celestial City.
What is the origin of the name Beulah?
Beulah has Hebrew, Biblical, English, African American, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "married, belonging to God". In Biblical, it means "promised land, paradise".
Is Beulah a boy or girl name?
Beulah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #5087. As a boy name, it is ranked #30788. Beulah is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Beulah?
Beulah is pronounced by-OOL-uh.
How popular is the name Beulah?
Beulah is currently ranked #5087 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Beulah?
Common nicknames for Beulah include Beu, Lou, and Lula.
What are good middle names for Beulah?
Popular middle name pairings include Beulah Mae, Beulah Grace, Beulah Pearl, Beulah Ruth, Beulah Jean, and Beulah Faye.
What are good sibling names for Beulah?
Names that pair well with Beulah as siblings include Zelda, Hazel, Pearl, Myrtle, Jasper, Luther, and Ezra.
How many syllables does Beulah have?
Beulah has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Beulah a common or rare name?
Beulah is an uncommon name, ranked #5087 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Beulah
Beulah is a girl name with English, African American, Christian, and Hebrew origins . The name means "married, belonging to God" in Hebrew .
Is Beulah a boy or girl name? Beulah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #5,087 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #30,788. Beulah is more commonly used as a girl name.
Beulah is currently ranked #5,087 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Beulah has 2 syllables and is pronounced by-OOL-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Beulah include Beu, Lou, and Lula. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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