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Ezra vs Christopher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ezra

Boy #13 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong, powerful"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#13
Total SSA Count
8,774
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ezra Rank #13
Christopher Rank #61

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 vs #61 for Christopher.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ezra or Christopher more popular?

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 compared to Christopher at #61 in the United States.

What do Ezra and Christopher mean?

Ezra means "strong, powerful" (Hebrew origin). Christopher means "one who carries Christ in heart" (Greek origin).

Are Ezra and Christopher boy or girl names?

Ezra is primarily a boy name. Christopher is primarily a boy name.

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