Ezriel
Ezriel is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is my help.
Origin and history
Ezriel is a traditional Hebrew name meaning 'God is my help.' Though historically rare in the United States, it has seen a notable increase in usage in recent years, particularly within Orthodox Jewish communities. Its phonetic appeal aligns with the popularity of names like Ezra and Ezekiel.
Popularity in the United States
1,006 babies in the United States have been named Ezriel since 1880. It ranks #3677 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1491.
States where it is most popular
- NY (72.5 %)
- NJ (12.9 %)
- CA (6.6 %)
- TX (5.2 %)
- FL (1.1 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 12 |
| 1990-2000 | 79 |
| 2000-2010 | 161 |
| 2010-2019 | 310 |
| 2020-2029 | 439 |
Fun facts
- The name combines the Hebrew root 'ezer' (help) with 'El' (God).
- Nearly half of all recorded U.S. births for the name Ezriel since 1880 have occurred since 2020.