Ezra is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, derived from the root ע-ז-ר, meaning "help". The name may also be a short form of the longer Hebrew name "Azaryahu," which means "God helps". The most notable figure associated with the name Ezra is a Hebrew prophet, scribe, and priest who wrote the Book of Ezra in the Bible. The origin of the name Ezra can be traced back to the ancient Hebrew priest of the same name, who is traditionally credited as the author of Ezra-Nehemiah and the Books of Chronicles. The name has gained popularity in recent years, with its ranking in the United States climbing from 431st to 59th between 2000 and 2018.
Ezra is currently #227 in the popularity of the name rankings.
Boy: Ezra is currently #227 on Kiindred Boy Names
Overall Nature:
Ezra is currently #86 on Kiindred Nature Names
Boy Nature:
Ezra is currently #86 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
Overall Unique:
Ezra is currently #224 on Kiindred Unique Names
Boy Unique:
Ezra is currently #224 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Ezra, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.
