Rising since 2009, #3,757 for boys today.
Popularity of Ezaiah since 2007
Babies named Ezaiah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 55 |
| 2020s | 82 |
Meaning & origin
Ezaiah is a modern Hebrew-derived name that first entered U.S. birth records in 2007, reflecting a trend of freshening traditional biblical names. Its trajectory has been steadily rising since 2009, and it reached its peak rank of 3,757 in 2025, with an estimated 1 in 58,899 newborn boys receiving the name. The name is most popular in California and Texas, states with large, diverse populations. Ezaiah's appeal lies in its familiarity as a variant of the classic Isaiah, while the altered spelling gives it a contemporary edge. Parents drawn to names like Elijah, Ezra, or Josiah may find Ezaiah a fitting choice that balances tradition with individuality.
Ezaiah is a modern respelling or elaboration of Isaiah, which comes from the Hebrew Yeshayahu, meaning 'Yahweh is salvation.' The name Isaiah has deep roots in the Judeo-Christian tradition as a major prophet. Ezaiah itself first appeared in U.S. records in 2007, likely fashioned by substituting the initial 'I' with 'E' for a distinctive sound, following a trend of creative biblical variants.
Where Ezaiah is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ez, Zay, Ezzy
Sibling names for Ezaiah
Names that share Ezaiah's style, for a brother or sister.
