"help, helper"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Ezra
Pronunciation: [ EHZR-uh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"God is my help"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Ezra
Ezra comes from the Hebrew Ezra, meaning help or helper. In the Old Testament, Ezra was a priest and scribe who led the Jews back from Babylonian exile around 458 BC and is credited with restoring and codifying the Torah. His name reflects his role as a servant-leader who helped rebuild Jewish religious identity. As a girls name, Ezra is part of a growing trend of adopting traditionally male Hebrew names for girls.
Ezra has surged as both a boys and girls name since 2010, with the girls usage growing particularly from 2015 onwards as gender-neutral Old Testament names became fashionable. Actress Ezra Miller's visibility helped normalize the name across genders before their controversies, and parents continued adopting it for daughters seeking a strong, distinctive name.
In Jewish tradition, Ezra the Scribe is considered second only to Moses in his contribution to Jewish law. His work compiling and teaching the Torah during the Persian period was foundational to Second Temple Judaism. For non-Jewish parents, the name carries a timeless biblical gravitas that transcends its religious origin.
Historical Record
Ezra first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 4,645 babies have been named Ezra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ezra is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #705 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Ezra the Scribe is credited with establishing the synagogue as a place of Jewish worship and learning
- Ezra Pound was the influential American modernist poet who shaped 20th century literature
- Ezra has entered the top 50 boys names in the US while also gaining use for girls after 2015
Ezra in Other Languages
Greek
Esdras
Arabic
Uzayr
French
Esdras
Hebrew
Ezra
Spanish
Esdras
Popularity Over Time
#705
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #705
- Total SSA Count
- 398
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Ez
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ezra
What does the name Ezra mean?
"help, helper" (from Hebrew). "God is my help" (from Hebrew). Ezra comes from the Hebrew Ezra, meaning help or helper. In the Old Testament, Ezra was a priest and scribe who led the Jews back from Babylonian exile around 458 BC and is credited with restoring and codifying the Torah. His name reflects his role as a servant-leader who helped rebuild Jewish religious identity. As a girls name, Ezra is part of a growing trend of adopting traditionally male Hebrew names for girls.
What is the origin of the name Ezra?
Ezra has Hebrew, Jewish, American, and English origins. In Hebrew, it means "help, helper". In Hebrew, it means "God is my help".
Is Ezra a boy or girl name?
Ezra is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #705. As a boy name, it is ranked #13. Ezra is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Ezra?
Ezra is pronounced EHZR-uh.
How popular is the name Ezra?
Ezra is currently ranked #705 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Ezra?
Popular middle name pairings include Ezra Jane, Ezra Rose, Ezra Kate, Ezra Bloom, Ezra Faye, Ezra June, and Ezra Pearl.
What are good sibling names for Ezra?
Names that pair well with Ezra as siblings include Amos, Elijah, Naomi, Zoe, Finn, Ada, and Milo.
How many syllables does Ezra have?
Ezra has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Ezra a common or rare name?
Ezra is moderately common, ranked #705 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
What girl names are similar to Ezra?
Are there other spellings for Ezra?
Related spellings include Ezri.
About the Name Ezra
Ezra is a girl name with Jewish, American, and English origins . The name means "help, helper" in Hebrew .
Is Ezra a boy or girl name? Ezra is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #705 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #13. Ezra is more commonly used as a boy name.
Ezra is currently ranked #705 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Ezra has 2 syllables and is pronounced EHZR-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Ezra include Ez. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Ezra include Ezri . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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