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Ezra vs Robert

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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Robert

Boy #90 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German (hrod + beraht)

Cultural Roots

English French German Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#90
Total SSA Count
3,785
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Ezra Rank #13
Robert Rank #90

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 vs #90 for Robert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ezra or Robert more popular?

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 compared to Robert at #90 in the United States.

What do Ezra and Robert mean?

Ezra means "strong, powerful" (Hebrew origin). Robert means "bright fame" (Old High German (hrod + beraht) origin).

Are Ezra and Robert boy or girl names?

Ezra is primarily a boy name. Robert is primarily a boy name.

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