Eleazar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Eleazar originates from Hebrew, meaning 'God has helped'. It has evolved through various forms in different languages and cultures, maintaining its religious significance over centuries. The name is associated with strength and divine assistance, with notable biblical relevance. While not widely used in contemporary settings, it is valued for its historical and spiritual roots.
The name Eleazar is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Eleazar has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Eleazar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4153rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2254th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1716th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1440th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1233rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1373rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1238th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24966th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Eleazar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eleazar"
Pronunciation
/ˌɛl.iˈɑː.zɑːr/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Eleazar means 'God has helped' in Hebrew, derived from the roots 'el' meaning 'God' and 'azar' meaning 'to help'.
Meaning
God has helped
Language Evolution
Eleazar (Hebrew), Eliezer (variant in Hebrew), Eleazaro (Latinized form), Eleazarus (Medieval Latin)
Biblical Background
The name Eleazar appears in the Bible, notably as the name of the son of Aaron, the high priest, and one of the leaders of Israel during the Exodus.
Historical Usage
Eleazar has been used as a given name since ancient times, particularly among Jewish communities. It gained popularity in the Old Testament and has been maintained through various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Eliezer, Elazar, Lazarus
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Eleazar is less common but is appreciated for its biblical significance and historical roots, often seen as a strong, traditional name.
Famous People
Eleazar ben Zadok, a Jewish high priest, Eleazar the Maccabee, a leader in the Maccabean Revolt
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eleazar"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Eleazar"
"Eleazar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4153rd of 7545 | 57 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2254th of 6773 | 201 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1716th of 7552 | 396 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1440th of 10718 | 577 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1233rd of 16616 | 1,160 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1373rd of 24088 | 1,721 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1238th of 23106 | 1,848 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24966th of 27321 | 7 |
Regional Popularity of "Eleazar" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
69.40% 1642nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
45.35% 1067th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
31.69% 904th/2853 |
43.39% 1204th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
24.08% 847th/3518 |
24.88% 1006th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
51.02% 1880th/3685 |
- |
17.54% 911th/5194 |
13.60% 859th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
47.25% 2165th/4582 |
53.99% 2788th/5164 |
15.41% 1127th/7313 |
14.02% 1046th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
49.95% 1990th/3984 |
39.02% 1751st/4487 |
16.55% 1129th/6822 |
15.20% 954th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Eleazar" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eleazar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eleazar" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.