Ezra: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ehzr-ah
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Region Origin: Middle East
Meaning: Yah helps, help

Ezra is a name of deep historical and spiritual significance, meaning “Yah helps” or “help.” In the Bible, Ezra was a scribe and priest who led the Jewish people back to Jerusalem from exile, symbolizing guidance, renewal, and wisdom. Ezra is a timeless name that blends simplicity with gravitas, perfect for a boy seen as a helper, leader, and light in the lives of others.

Ezra Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Ezra is currently #696 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Ezra is currently #344 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Ezra is currently #330 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Ezra is currently #156 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Ezra is currently #397 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Ezra is currently #195 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Ezra is currently #395 on Kiindred Australian Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

Famous People Named Ezra

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Ezra, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Ezra Miller: Ezra Miller is an American actor known for their roles in "The Perks of Being a Wallflower," "We Need to Talk About Kevin," and as the Flash in the DC Extended Universe.
  • Ezra Koenig: Ezra Koenig is an American musician, singer-songwriter, and producer known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the indie rock band Vampire Weekend.
  • Ezra Pound: Ezra Pound was an American poet and critic, a major figure in the early modernist movement, known for his works "The Cantos" and "Hugh Selwyn Mauberley." He passed away in 1972.
  • Ezra Edelman: Ezra Edelman is an American documentary filmmaker known for directing "O.J.

 

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