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Ezra vs Nathan

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
Nathan Rank #62

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 vs #62 for Nathan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ezra or Nathan more popular?

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 compared to Nathan at #62 in the United States.

What do Ezra and Nathan mean?

Ezra means "strong, powerful" (Hebrew origin). Nathan means "he gave" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ezra and Nathan boy or girl names?

Ezra is primarily a boy name. Nathan is primarily a boy name.

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