Ezell
Ezell is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Of uncertain English origin, likely derived from a medieval surname or locational name.
Origin and history
Ezell derived as an English surname, possibly linked to place names or diminutives of Germanic roots. It has historically been used as a rare masculine given name in the United States. Today, it remains uncommon, appealing to parents who favor vintage surname-based names with a distinctive sound.
Popularity in the United States
3,243 babies in the United States have been named Ezell since 1880. It ranks #2256 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1898.
States where it is most popular
- MS (35.5 %)
- AL (20.9 %)
- TX (8.8 %)
- AR (8.3 %)
- SC (7.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 12 |
| 1900-1910 | 64 |
| 1910-1920 | 293 |
| 1920-1930 | 460 |
| 1930-1940 | 473 |
| 1940-1950 | 489 |
| 1950-1960 | 476 |
| 1960-1970 | 295 |
| 1970-1980 | 239 |
| 1980-1990 | 139 |
| 1990-2000 | 147 |
| 2000-2010 | 81 |
| 2010-2019 | 46 |
| 2020-2029 | 29 |
Famous people named Ezell
- Ezell Blair Jr.: Civil rights activist
Fun facts
- Ezell was originally an English family surname before transitioning into rare usage as a given name in the United States.
- The name has been consistently recorded in American birth records since the late 19th century, remaining a unique choice.