"my God is help"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Eliezer
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Ancient Hebrew: 'God is my help'
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Meaning & Origin
"God is my salvation"
Origin: Hebrew Bible
Language: English
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The Story of Eliezer
Eliezer is one of the oldest names still in use today, combining the Hebrew 'El' (God) and 'ezer' (help), forming the devotional meaning 'my God is help.' The name first appears in the Hebrew Bible as Abraham's loyal servant who traveled to Mesopotamia to find a wife for Isaac — a story of faith and journeying. Over three millennia, it became a pillar of Jewish naming tradition, carried by rabbis, scholars, and pioneers across the diaspora.
Eliezer has maintained steady usage within observant Jewish communities across generations. In the 20th century, it gained renewed cultural recognition through Nobel laureate Elie Wiesel, who was born Eliezer, and through Eliezer Ben-Yehuda, who single-handedly revived Hebrew as a spoken language.
In Jewish tradition, Eliezer is venerated as the faithful servant of Abraham, a model of loyalty and divine guidance. The name is especially beloved in Ashkenazi and Sephardic communities, and in modern Israel it evokes both the biblical patriarch and the extraordinary figure who resurrected the Hebrew language.
Historical Record
Eliezer first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 7,877 babies have been named Eliezer in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Eliezer is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,024 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Nobel Peace Prize laureate Elie Wiesel was born Eliezer Wiesel in Sighetu Marmației, Romania in 1928
- Eliezer Ben-Yehuda published the first modern Hebrew dictionary and is credited with reviving Hebrew as a daily spoken language
- The name has been in continuous use in Jewish communities for over 3,000 years
Eliezer in Other Languages
Arabic
إليعازر
Hebrew
אֱלִיעֶזֶר
Spanish
Eliezer
Yiddish
Eliezer
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Eliezer
Popularity Over Time
#1,024
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Eliezer
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Elie Wiesel
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1928
Nobel Peace Prize laureate born Eliezer Wiesel; Holocaust survivor and author of the memoir 'Night'
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Eliezer Ben-Yehuda
Writer
1858
Lithuanian-born linguist and journalist who spearheaded the revival of Hebrew as a modern spoken language
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Eliezer Fictional
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Abraham's most trusted servant in the Hebrew Bible, sent to find a wife for Isaac; a model of faith and faithfulness
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #1,024
- Total SSA Count
- 217
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Israeli Spanish Latin American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Eli
Elie
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Frequently Asked Questions About Eliezer
What does the name Eliezer mean?
"my God is help" (from Hebrew). "God is my salvation" (from Hebrew Bible). Eliezer is one of the oldest names still in use today, combining the Hebrew 'El' (God) and 'ezer' (help), forming the devotional meaning 'my God is help.' The name first appears in the Hebrew Bible as Abraham's loyal servant who traveled to Mesopotamia to find a wife for Isaac — a story of faith and journeying. Over three millennia, it became a pillar of Jewish naming tradition, carried by rabbis, scholars, and pioneers across the diaspora.
What is the origin of the name Eliezer?
Eliezer has Hebrew, Hebrew Bible, Jewish, Israeli, Spanish, and Latin American origins. In Hebrew, it means "my God is help". In Hebrew Bible, it means "God is my salvation".
Is Eliezer a boy or girl name?
Eliezer is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Eliezer?
Eliezer is currently ranked #1024 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Eliezer?
Common nicknames for Eliezer include Eli and Elie.
What are good middle names for Eliezer?
Popular middle name pairings include Eliezer James, Eliezer David, Eliezer Noah, Eliezer Samuel, Eliezer Isaac, and Eliezer Joseph.
What are good sibling names for Eliezer?
Names that pair well with Eliezer as siblings include Miriam, Leah, Naomi, Ezra, Solomon, and Deborah.
How many syllables does Eliezer have?
Eliezer has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Eliezer a common or rare name?
Eliezer is an uncommon name, ranked #1024 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Eliezer
Eliezer is a boy name with Jewish, Israeli, Spanish, and Latin American origins . The name means "my God is help" in Hebrew .
Eliezer is currently ranked #1,024 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Eliezer has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Eliezer include Eli and Elie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Eliezer include Eliel, Elie, Elier . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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