Lazarus
Lazarus is a boy's name of Aramaic origin.
Meaning
God has helped.
Origin and history
Lazarus is a classical name derived from the Hebrew Eleazar, meaning 'God has helped'. It is widely recognized due to its prominent New Testament biblical associations. In the contemporary United States, it remains a distinctive, steady choice with moderate historical usage.
Popularity in the United States
4,043 babies in the United States have been named Lazarus since 1880. It ranks #1983 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1117.
States where it is most popular
- TX (30.7 %)
- CA (22.7 %)
- FL (9.8 %)
- NY (8 %)
- OH (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 15 |
| 1890-1900 | 10 |
| 1900-1910 | 17 |
| 1910-1920 | 97 |
| 1920-1930 | 84 |
| 1930-1940 | 45 |
| 1940-1950 | 48 |
| 1950-1960 | 76 |
| 1960-1970 | 72 |
| 1970-1980 | 157 |
| 1980-1990 | 251 |
| 1990-2000 | 362 |
| 2000-2010 | 710 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,173 |
| 2020-2029 | 926 |
Famous people named Lazarus
- Lazarus Chakwera: Politician, Theologian
Nicknames
Laz, Lazzie
Fun facts
- Lazarus is the Latinized form of the Greek Lazaros, which originates from the Hebrew name Eleazar.
- The name gave rise to the term 'Lazarus effect', referencing instances of revival or sudden recovery.