Rising since 1998, #913 for boys today.
Popularity of Ezrah since 1998
Babies named Ezrah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 6 |
| 2000s | 41 | 164 |
| 2010s | 271 | 1,090 |
| 2020s | 217 | 1,510 |
Meaning & origin
Ezrah is a modern English variant of the biblical name Ezra, adding an 'h' for a distinctive spelling. First recorded in 1998, it was given to about 1 in 6,595 boys in 2025, ranking 913th. The name has risen steadily, peaking in popularity in 2023, and is most common in states like Arizona, California, and Colorado. Its rise reflects a broader trend of variant spellings of traditional names, appealing to parents seeking a familiar yet unique option.
Ezrah is most likely a modern English variant of Ezra, a biblical name from Hebrew עֶזְרָא (Ezra), meaning 'help' or 'helper.' The spelling with an 'h' at the end follows a pattern of ornamental or phonetic variations. The name has been used primarily in the United States since the late 20th century.
Where Ezrah is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Ezrah” around the world
Where Ezrah lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ez, Ezzie
Sibling names for Ezrah
Names that share Ezrah's style, for a brother or sister.
