Eleazar

Boy Name #1,151 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Syllables

An ancient Hebrew name meaning God has helped

Jewish Christian Spanish Latin American

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Meaning & Origin

"God has helped"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

"my God has helped"

Origin: Biblical Hebrew

Language: English

The Story of Eleazar

Eleazar comes from the Hebrew 'El'azar,' combining 'El' (God) and 'azar' (to help), meaning 'God has helped.' It appears prominently in the Torah as the son of Aaron, Moses's brother, who became the third High Priest of Israel. The name also appears in the New Testament as the Hebrew form of Lazarus, whom Jesus raised from the dead, giving it profound significance in both Jewish and Christian traditions.

Eleazar has remained in steady use within Jewish communities worldwide for millennia, never becoming fashionable in waves but never disappearing either. In Spanish-speaking Latin America, it has been used as a dignified biblical name, often in its Spanish pronunciation. Recent interest in Old Testament names has brought it modest new attention.

In Judaism, Eleazar was the third High Priest of Israel, successor to Aaron. The Maccabean hero Eleazar Avaran died heroically fighting for Jewish independence. In Christianity, Lazarus (the Greek form) represents resurrection and miraculous faith.

Fun Facts

Eleazar ben Aaron was the ancestor of all subsequent High Priests of ancient Israel
Lazarus, the man Jesus raised from the dead, is the Greek form of Eleazar
The Maccabean martyr Eleazar chose death rather than pretend to eat pork

Eleazar in Other Languages

Greek Ελεάζαρ

Latin Eleazar

Arabic إيليعازر

Hebrew אֶלְעָזָר

Spanish Eleazar

Famous People Named Eleazar

Eleazar ben Aaron

Religious

Third High Priest of ancient Israel, son of Aaron and nephew of Moses

Eleazar Avaran

Military

Maccabean warrior who died heroically fighting the Seleucid army, celebrated in 1 Maccabees

Lazarus of Bethany

Religious

Biblical figure raised from the dead by Jesus in the Gospel of John; Lazarus is the Greek form of Eleazar

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 4
Popularity Rank: #1,151
Total SSA Count: 182
Cultural Origins: Jewish Christian Spanish Latin American
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Eli Elie Azar

Pairs Well With

Eleazar David Eleazar Samuel Eleazar Joseph Eleazar Benjamin Eleazar Isaac Eleazar Aaron

Sibling Names

Miriam Naomi Ezra Tobias Nathaniel Dinah

Also a Girl Name

Eleazar is also used as a girl name, ranked #20831.

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Similar Names

Lazarus Lazaro Eliazar Lazar Eliezer Leviticus Lazer Esdras

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Frequently Asked Questions About Eleazar

What does the name Eleazar mean?

"God has helped" (from Hebrew). "my God has helped" (from Biblical Hebrew). Eleazar comes from the Hebrew 'El'azar,' combining 'El' (God) and 'azar' (to help), meaning 'God has helped.' It appears prominently in the Torah as the son of Aaron, Moses's brother, who became the third High Priest of Israel. The name also appears in the New Testament as the Hebrew form of Lazarus, whom Jesus raised from the dead, giving it profound significance in both Jewish and Christian traditions.

What is the origin of the name Eleazar?

Eleazar has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, Jewish, Christian, Spanish, and Latin American origins. In Hebrew, it means "God has helped". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "my God has helped".

Is Eleazar a boy or girl name?

Eleazar is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1151. As a girl name, it is ranked #20831. Eleazar is more commonly used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Eleazar?

Eleazar is currently ranked #1151 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Eleazar?

Common nicknames for Eleazar include Eli, Elie, and Azar.

What are good middle names for Eleazar?

Popular middle name pairings include Eleazar David, Eleazar Samuel, Eleazar Joseph, Eleazar Benjamin, Eleazar Isaac, and Eleazar Aaron.

What are good sibling names for Eleazar?

Names that pair well with Eleazar as siblings include Miriam, Naomi, Ezra, Tobias, Nathaniel, and Dinah.

How many syllables does Eleazar have?

Eleazar has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Eleazar a common or rare name?

Eleazar is an uncommon name, ranked #1151 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Eleazar

Eleazar is a boy name with Jewish, Christian, Spanish, and Latin American origins . The name means "God has helped" in Hebrew .

Is Eleazar a boy or girl name? Eleazar is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,151 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #20,831. Eleazar is more commonly used as a boy name.

Eleazar is currently ranked #1,151 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Eleazar has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Eleazar include Eli, Elie, and Azar. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.