Ezra
Ezra is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Help, helper”.
| Meaning | Help, helper |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | עֶזְרָא |
| Pronunciation | EZ-rə |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | United States, Israel, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Ezra
Ezra comes from the Hebrew word for 'help'. In the Bible, Ezra is a priest and scribe who led a group of exiles back from Babylon to Jerusalem and taught the Torah to the people. Jewish tradition credits him with organising the Jewish community after the exile. The poet Ezra Pound is a famous modern bearer.
Is Ezra a Jewish name?
Ezra is a biblical name, the scribe of the Book of Ezra. He is honoured in Judaism as a great teacher of the Torah, and in Christianity as a faithful leader.
How popular is Ezra?
Popular in the US and UK in recent years.
Gifts with the name Ezra
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- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Ezra
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ezra mean?
Ezra means 'Help, helper'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Ezra a Jewish name?
Ezra is a biblical name, the scribe of the Book of Ezra. He is honoured in Judaism as a great teacher of the Torah, and in Christianity as a faithful leader.
How do you pronounce Ezra?
Ezra is pronounced EZ-rə.
Is Ezra a boy or girl name?
Ezra is usually a boy name.