Ezra
Meaning & Origin
Ezra comes from the Hebrew Ezra, meaning “help” or “helper.” Ezra was a priest and scribe in the Hebrew Bible credited with restoring Jewish law after the Babylonian exile, giving the name deep scholarly and spiritual weight.
Popularity
Ezra has risen quickly into the top 50 boy names in the US over the past decade, admired for its short, meaningful, biblically rooted sound.
Nicknames & Variations
- Ez
- Ezra is rarely shortened further
Similar Names
- Asher
- Levi
- Elijah
- Judah
Personality & Trivia
Ezra is often seen as thoughtful and dignified, a Hebrew name meaning “help” or “helper,” carried by the priest and scribe who restored Jewish law after the Babylonian exile. Its scholarly weight and modern sound have fueled its fast rise.
Famous People Named Ezra
- Ezra Miller, actor
- Ezra Pound, poet and critic
Quick Facts
- Gender: Boy
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Help, helper
- Pronunciation: EZ-ruh