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Ezra vs Jonathan

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
Jonathan Rank #83

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 vs #83 for Jonathan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ezra or Jonathan more popular?

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 compared to Jonathan at #83 in the United States.

What do Ezra and Jonathan mean?

Ezra means "strong, powerful" (Hebrew origin). Jonathan means "God has given" (Hebrew (Yehonatan) origin).

Are Ezra and Jonathan boy or girl names?

Ezra is primarily a boy name. Jonathan is primarily a boy name.

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