Ezrael Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: EZ-ray-el //ˈɛzreɪəl//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: God helps (Hebrew); variant of Azrael (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ezrael has its roots in Hebrew, derived from the elements "Ezra," meaning "help" or "helper," and the suffix "-el," which translates to "God." This combination suggests a meaning akin to "God helps" or "help of God." The name is a variant of the more widely known Ezra, which appears in the Hebrew Bible as a priest and scribe who led a group of exiles back to Jerusalem from Babylon in the 5th century BCE. The name Ezra itself has been transliterated into Greek as "Ezras" and later into Latin, maintaining its original meaning throughout these transitions before entering the English language, where it has been adapted into various forms, including Ezrael.
Historically, the name Ezrael has been associated with significant biblical figures, particularly in Jewish tradition. Ezra, as a prominent figure in the post-exilic period, played a crucial role in re-establishing the Jewish community and its religious practices.
His contributions are commemorated in various Jewish texts and traditions, which have helped maintain the name's relevance over centuries. The name also appears in various forms in Christian contexts, reflecting its biblical origins and the shared heritage of the Abrahamic faiths.
Culturally, the name Ezrael carries connotations of divine assistance and support, resonating with themes of faith and reliance on God. This symbolic association has contributed to its endurance in various cultures that value the significance of divine intervention and guidance.
Additionally, the name's connection to the Hebrew root for help aligns it with broader themes of community and support, which are prevalent in many cultures. The name's variant forms, such as Azrael, have also emerged in different contexts, particularly in Islamic tradition, where Azrael is recognized as the angel of death, further enriching the name's cultural tapestry.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ezrael was first seen in the United States in 2009.
Ezrael has ranked as high as #1309 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, and Arizona.
In the past 5 years the name Ezrael has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Ezrael is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Ezrael was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Ezrael (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 14 | |
| CA | 10 | |
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Ezrael.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 58 |
| 2023 | 67 |
| 2022 | 49 |
| 2021 | 55 |
| 2020 | 53 |
| 2019 | 40 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2016 | 31 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |