Lazer
Lazer is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God has helped.
Origin and history
Lazer is a Yiddish variant of the Hebrew name Lazar or Eliezer, meaning 'God has helped'. It has historically been used in Jewish communities and has seen a modest rise in usage in the United States in recent years. In modern U.S. culture, it is also sometimes chosen for its phonetic similarity to the modern English word 'laser'.
Popularity in the United States
841 babies in the United States have been named Lazer since 1880. It ranks #3835 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1663.
States where it is most popular
- NY (100 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 10 |
| 1990-2000 | 71 |
| 2000-2010 | 169 |
| 2010-2019 | 317 |
| 2020-2029 | 264 |
Fun facts
- Lazer originated as a Yiddish diminutive and variant of the traditional Hebrew name Eliezer.
- Its exact homophone, 'laser', gives the name a futuristic and energetic feel in modern English contexts.