Ezriel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ezriel is a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my help', evolving from the biblical name Ezra. It has seen usage primarily within Jewish communities and is gaining popularity due to its unique sound and strong meaning, although it does not have a significant biblical narrative. The name suggests traits of strength and divine assistance, appealing to those looking for spiritual significance.
The name Ezriel is most popular in New York, 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, Ezriel has been 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Ezriel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7633rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5196th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2581st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ezriel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ezriel"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛzriːəl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Ezriel is derived from the Hebrew elements 'Ezra', meaning 'help,' and 'El,' meaning 'God'. Therefore, Ezriel can be understood as 'God is my help'.
Meaning
God is my help
Language Evolution
Ezra, Ezriel
Historical Usage
The name Ezriel has been used among Jewish communities and has gained some recognition in broader contexts, especially in recent years as interest in unique biblical names has increased.
Variants & Derivatives
Ezra, Ezi, Eliezer
Modern Popularity & Image
Ezriel is considered a unique and modern name that reflects a strong cultural and religious heritage. It is viewed positively, often associated with strength and divine support.
Explore More Ezriel Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ezriel"
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 "Ezriel"
"Ezriel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7633rd of 16616 | 65 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5196th of 24088 | 247 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2581st of 23106 | 605 |
Regional Popularity of "Ezriel" 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) |
- |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
37.88% 1695th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
27.38% 1414th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
22.91% 1028th/4487 |
51.72% 3528th/6822 |
46.73% 2933rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ezriel" 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 "Ezriel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ezriel" 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.