Ezra
Ezra first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2024, when 8,822 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 8,126.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ezra popular?
Near its peak Ezra is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2024.
| 2020s | 47,728 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 38,650 | |
| 2000s | 8,326 | |
| 1990s | 2,854 | |
| 1980s | 1,755 | |
| 1970s | 1,271 | |
| 1960s | 588 | |
| 1950s | 677 | |
| 1940s | 574 | |
| 1930s | 819 | |
| 1920s | 1,373 | |
| 1910s | 1,081 | |
| 1900s | 304 | |
| 1890s | 405 | |
| 1880s | 356 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ezra mean?
From Hebrew ezra, 'help, aid' (root '-z-r). Borne by the scribe of the biblical Book of Ezra. Likely a shortened theophoric name (compare Azariah, 'Yahweh has helped'), with the divine element dropped.
Nicknames for Ezra
- Ez
- Ezzy
Variants & spellings
- Esdras
- Ezrah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ezra mean?
Ezra means help. From Hebrew ezra, 'help, aid' (root '-z-r). Borne by the scribe of the biblical Book of Ezra. Likely a shortened theophoric name (compare Azariah, 'Yahweh has helped'), with the divine element dropped.
What is the origin of the name Ezra?
Ezra is of hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Ezra?
Ezra is pronounced “EZ-rah.”
Is Ezra a boy or a girl name?
Ezra is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Ezra a popular name right now?
Ezra is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2024.
How popular is the name Ezra?
In 2025, Ezra ranked #20 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ezra most popular?
Ezra was most popular in 2024, when about 8,822 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Ezra?
Common nicknames for Ezra include Ez, Ezzy.
What names are similar to Ezra?
Names similar to Ezra include Asher, Eli, Ezekiel, Silas.
What names go well with Ezra?
hebrew names that pair well with Ezra include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.