Watchtower or flower
Derived from the Hebrew name of the Galilean town where Jesus was raised. The etymology is debated, often linked to 'netzer' meaning 'branch' or 'shoot', or 'natsar' meaning 'to watch' or 'guard'.
Less common today
Nazareth isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,873 in 2023.
A personification of the town in various religious dramas · The Mystery Plays
Scottish hard rock band (group name)
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
