Ezariah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ezariah is a Hebrew name meaning 'God has helped.' It evolved from the roots found in biblical texts and has historical forms like Ezra and Azariah. The name reflects divine assistance and has gained popularity in modern times due to its spiritual connotation, with no significant biblical figures in contemporary recognition.
The name Ezariah is most popular in New Mexico, 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, Ezariah 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, 'Ezariah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15020th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3540th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28314th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10456th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ezariah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ezariah"
Pronunciation
/ˌɛzəˈraɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Ezariah is derived from the Hebrew name עֶזְרָיָה, which means 'God has helped.' It combines the roots 'Ezra' (help) and 'Yah' (God).
Meaning
God has helped
Language Evolution
Ezra, Ezariah, Azariah
Biblical Background
Ezariah appears in the Bible as a name associated with several figures, including a priest and a king.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the 20th century, particularly among Hebrew-speaking communities and those influenced by biblical names.
Variants & Derivatives
Azariah, Ezra, Ezzie
Modern Popularity & Image
Ezariah is seen as a unique and spiritual name, often chosen for its biblical significance and positive meaning.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ezariah"
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 "Ezariah"
"Ezariah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 15020th of 24088 | 31 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3540th of 23106 | 377 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28314th of 35406 | 13 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10456th of 30306 | 110 |
Regional Popularity of "Ezariah" by Generation for Male 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) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
- |
49.50% 3377th/6822 |
42.77% 2684th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ezariah" 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 "Ezariah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ezariah" 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.