Eliezer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eliezer is a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my help', derived from elements that signify divine assistance. Its historical path includes forms in Greek and Latin, reflecting its biblical significance. The name is associated with faith and support from God, has notable biblical relevance, and is respected in both Jewish and Christian traditions.
The name Eliezer is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Eliezer 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, 'Eliezer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2044th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1236th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 984th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1034th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1001st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Eliezer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eliezer"
Pronunciation
/ɛˈliːəzər/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Eliezer is derived from the Hebrew name אֱלִיעֶזֶר (Eliezer), meaning 'God is my help'. The name is composed of the elements 'El' meaning 'God' and 'ezer' meaning 'help'.
Meaning
God is my help
Language Evolution
Hebrew: אֱלִיעֶזֶר (Eliezer), Greek: Ἐλεάζαρος (Eleazar), Latin: Eleazarus, Old French: Eleazar
Biblical Background
Eliezer is a significant biblical name found in the Hebrew Bible, notably as the name of the servant of Abraham and as the name of one of the sons of Aaron.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Jewish communities and was later adopted by Christians due to its biblical significance. It has been used throughout history in various cultures, particularly among those with Hebrew roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Elie, Eli, Elazar, Eliezerus
Modern Popularity & Image
Eliezer is less common in contemporary naming but is respected for its strong biblical roots and spiritual meaning. It often conveys a sense of faith and reliance on divine support.
Famous People
Eliezer Ben-Yehuda, the father of modern Hebrew, Eliezer Wiesel, a Nobel Prize-winning author and Holocaust survivor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eliezer"
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 "Eliezer"
"Eliezer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2044th of 7552 | 293 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1236th of 10718 | 732 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 984th of 16616 | 1,666 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1034th of 24088 | 2,662 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1001st of 23106 | 2,542 |
Regional Popularity of "Eliezer" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
29.05% 706th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
44.43% 1305th/2937 |
15.53% 541st/3483 |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
57.34% 2319th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
40.43% 1490th/3685 |
9.50% 425th/4475 |
27.11% 1408th/5194 |
23.59% 1490th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
50.13% 2297th/4582 |
7.61% 393rd/5164 |
20.01% 1463rd/7313 |
19.82% 1479th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
50.33% 2005th/3984 |
8.36% 375th/4487 |
20.07% 1369th/6822 |
25.88% 1624th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Eliezer" 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 "Eliezer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eliezer" 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.