Holding steady.
Popularity of Elizer since 1975
Babies named Elizer per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 57 |
| 2010s | 25 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Elizer is a modern variant of the ancient biblical name Eliezer, meaning 'God is my help.' Despite its deep roots, Elizer has never entered the U.S. top 1000, maintaining a rare and stable presence since the 1970s. Its peak usage occurred in 2005, when it was given to a small number of boys, but it has never reached widespread popularity. The name remains a distinctive choice, often chosen by families with ties to Hebrew tradition, without being tied to any single region or state in the U.S.
Elizer is a variant of the Hebrew name Eliezer, composed of elements 'El' (God) and 'ezer' (help). In the Old Testament, Eliezer was Abraham's trusted servant. The variant spelling Elizer emerged in modern times, influenced by similar names like Eli and Ezra.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eli, El
Sibling names for Elizer
Names that share Elizer's style, for a brother or sister.
