Ezrah
Ezrah is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Help, aid, or helper.
Origin and history
Ezrah is a modern variant spelling of the biblical name Ezra, derived from a Hebrew word meaning help or helper. In the United States, it has seen a notable rise in usage in recent years as parents seek classic roots with unique spelling twists.
Popularity in the United States
2,770 babies in the United States have been named Ezrah since 1880. It ranks #2457 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #853.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.1 %)
- TX (19.5 %)
- FL (7.2 %)
- AZ (4.2 %)
- NY (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 6 |
| 2000-2010 | 164 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,090 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,510 |
Fun facts
- The addition of the final 'h' gives this classic biblical name a slightly distinct visual styling.
- Over half of all U.S. recorded births for the spelling Ezrah have occurred since 2020.