Lazar Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAH-zar / /ˈlæz.ər/Hebrew; Greek
Meaning
Hebrew: God has helped; Greek: the one who is raised
Historical & Cultural Background
Lazar is derived from the Hebrew name Eleazar, which means 'God has helped.' It has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Jewish and Christian traditions. The name is often associated with the biblical figure Lazarus, who was raised from the dead by Jesus. In the Middle Ages, it became common in Europe, especially among Christians. The name has variations in many languages, reflecting its widespread use.
Trend Summary
Lazar has seen a steady interest in the U.S., with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lazaro
- Laz
- Lazare
International Variants
- Lazaro (Spanish)
- Lazare (French)
- Lázár (Hungarian)
- Lazăr (Romanian)
Famous people named Lazar
Lazar Kaganovich was a Soviet politician and a close associate of Joseph Stalin.
Lazar Markovich Lissitzky was a Russian artist and architect known for his contributions to the Suprematist movement.
Fictional characters named Lazar
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lazar was first seen in the United States in 1931. Lazar has ranked as high as #1342 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, California, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Lazar has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lazar (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 8 | |
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 39 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 24 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 35 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 30 |