Benjamin vs Ezra

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
Nicknames
Ez

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Benjamin Rank #11
Ezra Rank #13

Benjamin is more popular, ranked #11 vs #13 for Ezra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Benjamin ___

  • Benjamin James
  • Benjamin Alexander
  • Benjamin Thomas
  • Benjamin Oliver
  • Benjamin William
  • Benjamin Henry

Ezra ___

  • Ezra James
  • Ezra Cole
  • Ezra Thomas
  • Ezra Bennett
  • Ezra River
  • Ezra John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Benjamin

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Noah

If you choose Ezra

Asher Silas Iris Violet Levi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benjamin or Ezra more popular?

Benjamin is more popular, ranked #11 compared to Ezra at #13 in the United States.

What do Benjamin and Ezra mean?

Benjamin means "son of the south" (Hebrew origin). Ezra means "strong, powerful" (Hebrew origin).

Are Benjamin and Ezra boy or girl names?

Benjamin is primarily a boy name. Ezra is primarily a boy name.

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