Jazer Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAY-zer //ˈdʒeɪ.zər//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: 'he will save'; English: variant of Jace
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jazer has its roots in the Hebrew language, derived from the word יָזָר (Yazar), which means "to help" or "to assist." This name appears in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Numbers, where Jazer is mentioned as a city in the territory of the tribe of Gad, located east of the Jordan River. The Hebrew form was transliterated into Greek as Ἰαζὲρ (Iazer) in the Septuagint, an ancient Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, which further influenced its adoption into Latin as Iazerus.
From Latin, the name made its way into Old French and eventually into English, maintaining its original phonetic structure throughout these transitions. Historically, Jazer is noted in biblical texts, particularly in the context of the Israelite conquests and the allocation of land among the tribes of Israel.
The city of Jazer is mentioned in the context of the cities of refuge, which were established for individuals seeking asylum from avengers of blood, thus highlighting its significance in ancient Israelite society. The mention of Jazer in the biblical narrative contributes to its historical resonance, as it connects to themes of justice and sanctuary in the ancient world.
Culturally, names derived from biblical sources often carry connotations of strength, faith, and moral virtue. Jazer, with its meaning of assistance, embodies the values of support and community, which have been significant in various religious and cultural traditions.
The name may also be associated with the concept of divine help, reflecting a broader spiritual significance. While diminutive forms or variations may exist, the name Jazer itself has retained a distinct identity through its historical and linguistic journey.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jazer was first seen in the United States in 2001.
Jazer has ranked as high as #1394 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Jazer has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jazer 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 Jazer was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Jazer
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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 Jazer.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |