Eliezer Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationeh-LEE-eh-zer / ɛˈliːɛzərHebrew
Meaning
God is my help
Historical & Cultural Background
Eliezer is a name of Hebrew origin, commonly found in Jewish tradition. It appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of a servant of Abraham. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly among Jewish communities, and has historical significance in religious texts. It is sometimes shortened to 'Eli' in modern usage.
Trend Summary
Eliezer has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in Jewish communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elie
- Eli
International Variants
- Eliezer (Spanish)
- Elie (French)
- Eliezer (German)
Famous people named Eliezer
Eliezer Ben-Yehuda was a Jewish linguist and newspaper editor known for his role in the revival of the Hebrew language.
Eliezer Yudkowsky is an American writer and researcher known for his work on artificial intelligence and rationality.
Eliezer Shlomo Schick was a prominent rabbi and educator in the United States.
Eliezer Wiesel was a Romanian-born Jewish-American writer, professor, and Nobel laureate known for his works on the Holocaust.
Fictional characters named Eliezer
Eliezer is a character in the biblical narrative of Genesis, serving as a trusted servant of Abraham.
Eliezer is a character in the novel 'The Chosen' by Chaim Potok, representing the complexities of Jewish identity.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eliezer was first seen in the United States in 1947. Eliezer has ranked as high as #1141 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Texas, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Eliezer has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Eliezer (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 57 | |
| TX | 18 | |
| CA | 14 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| MD | 8 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 15 |
| 1956 | 27 |
| 1957 | 17 |
| 1958 | 19 |
| 1959 | 29 |
| 1960 | 22 |
| 1961 | 23 |
| 1962 | 31 |
| 1963 | 25 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 22 |
| 1966 | 24 |
| 1967 | 25 |
| 1968 | 35 |
| 1969 | 22 |
| 1970 | 43 |
| 1971 | 45 |
| 1972 | 46 |
| 1973 | 38 |
| 1974 | 58 |
| 1975 | 51 |
| 1976 | 46 |
| 1977 | 59 |
| 1978 | 61 |
| 1979 | 77 |
| 1980 | 80 |
| 1981 | 76 |
| 1982 | 115 |
| 1983 | 102 |
| 1984 | 97 |
| 1985 | 72 |
| 1986 | 88 |
| 1987 | 103 |
| 1988 | 114 |
| 1989 | 96 |
| 1990 | 112 |
| 1991 | 95 |
| 1992 | 116 |
| 1993 | 112 |
| 1994 | 131 |
| 1995 | 100 |
| 1996 | 137 |
| 1997 | 131 |
| 1998 | 129 |
| 1999 | 125 |
| 2000 | 128 |
| 2001 | 135 |
| 2002 | 159 |
| 2003 | 170 |
| 2004 | 166 |
| 2005 | 170 |
| 2006 | 174 |
| 2007 | 208 |
| 2008 | 210 |
| 2009 | 203 |
| 2010 | 196 |
| 2011 | 166 |
| 2012 | 192 |
| 2013 | 191 |
| 2014 | 254 |
| 2015 | 198 |
| 2016 | 211 |
| 2017 | 206 |
| 2018 | 194 |
| 2019 | 202 |
| 2020 | 220 |
| 2021 | 216 |
| 2022 | 211 |
| 2023 | 222 |
| 2024 | 217 |