Eliazar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Eliazar originates from Hebrew, meaning 'God has helped.' It has evolved through various forms including Eliezer and Elazar. The name is associated with biblical figures, particularly a son of Aaron. It carries traits of faith and divine assistance, and while it has historical roots, it remains relevant in modern contexts, often viewed positively. The biblical relevance is significant, linking it to important religious narratives.
The name Eliazar 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. From 2020-2022, Eliazar has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Eliazar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3608th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2436th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2416th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2370th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2767th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3000th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Eliazar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eliazar"
Pronunciation
/ɛlˈjɛzɑr/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Eliazar is derived from the Hebrew name אלעזר, which means 'God has helped.' It combines the elements 'El' meaning 'God' and 'azar' meaning 'to help' or 'to support.'
Meaning
God has helped
Language Evolution
Eliezer, Eliazar, Elasar
Biblical Background
Eliazar is a biblical name found in the Old Testament, associated with a son of Aaron and a prominent figure among the Levites.
Historical Usage
The name Eliazar has been used since ancient times and gained popularity among Jewish communities, especially in the context of biblical narratives.
Variants & Derivatives
Eliezer, Elazar, Lazarus
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Eliazar is viewed as a traditional and culturally significant name, often associated with faith and divine assistance.
Famous People
Eliazar ben Azariah, a prominent rabbi in ancient Israel, Eliezer ben Hyrcanus, a notable Jewish scholar
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eliazar"
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 "Eliazar"
"Eliazar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3608th of 6773 | 77 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2436th of 7552 | 212 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2416th of 10718 | 254 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2370th of 16616 | 433 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2767th of 24088 | 615 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3000th of 23106 | 479 |
Regional Popularity of "Eliazar" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
96.75% 2289th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
59.71% 1405th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
38.59% 1101st/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
30.36% 1068th/3518 |
43.60% 1763rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.42% 2116th/3685 |
- |
25.28% 1313th/5194 |
24.36% 1539th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
- |
24.75% 1810th/7313 |
24.86% 1855th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
30.84% 2104th/6822 |
31.56% 1981st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Eliazar" 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 "Eliazar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eliazar" 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.