Holding steady, #6,143 for boys today.
Popularity of Erez since 1969
Babies named Erez per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 20 |
| 1990s | 41 |
| 2000s | 49 |
| 2010s | 80 |
| 2020s | 58 |
Meaning & origin
Erez is a Hebrew name directly drawn from the natural world, meaning 'cedar tree.' It entered the U.S. baby name records in 1969 and has seen modest but consistent use, reaching a peak rank of 6,143 in 2025. The name remains relatively rare, with approximately 1 in 122,005 boys given the name in the latest year. Its stable trajectory over the decades reflects its steady appeal among families seeking a name with biblical and natural resonance, though its use remains concentrated in Jewish communities. Erez has not appeared in any top state lists, indicating its niche status nationwide.
Erez is a Hebrew word meaning 'cedar tree,' specifically the cedar of Lebanon (Cedrus libani). It appears in the Hebrew Bible as a symbol of strength, majesty, and longevity, and is a common element in biblical poetry. In modern Israel, it has been used as a masculine given name since the early 20th century, part of a revival of nature-related Hebrew names.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Eres
Sibling names for Erez
Names that share Erez's style, for a brother or sister.
