Lazar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lazar has its origins in Hebrew, meaning 'God has helped.' It evolved from Eleazar to Lazarus and then to its modern form, Lazar. The name is closely linked to the biblical story of Lazarus, highlighting themes of resurrection. It gained popularity in the Christian tradition and is seen as a name of hope and revival today. The name lacks direct biblical references outside of its connection to Lazarus, but it is well recognized in cultural narratives.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lazar"
Pronunciation
/ˈleɪzər/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Lazar is derived from the Hebrew name Eleazar, meaning 'God has helped.' It is often associated with the biblical figure Lazarus, who was raised from the dead by Jesus.
Meaning
God has helped
Language Evolution
Eleazar (Hebrew), Lazarus (Latin), Lazar (English)
Biblical Background
The name is strongly associated with the New Testament figure Lazarus of Bethany, who was resurrected by Jesus.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian tradition due to its biblical connections, especially during the medieval period when names from the Bible became fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Lazarus, Lazaro, Laz, Lazaro
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Lazar is seen as unique and carries a strong historical and biblical connotation, often associated with themes of resurrection and hope.
Famous People
Lazarus Long (fictional character by Robert A. Heinlein), Lazar Kaganovich (Soviet politician), Lazarus of Bethany (biblical figure)
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✨ Lazar Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 39 peak births in 2012
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lazar"
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 "Lazar"
"Lazar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5793rd of 7552 | 19 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5127th of 10718 | 63 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5603rd of 16616 | 119 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4759th of 24088 | 281 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4137th of 23106 | 300 |
Regional Popularity of "Lazar" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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67.94% 1651st/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
43.76% 1524th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
47.62% 2131st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
50.13% 2297th/4582 |
42.87% 2214th/5164 |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.77% 1943rd/3984 |
60.71% 2724th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Lazar" 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 "Lazar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lazar" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Lazar" in the United States
The name Lazar is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest 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, Lazar 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, 'Lazar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5793rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5127th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5603rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4759th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4137th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Lazar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.