Lazare Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlah-ZAR / /ləˈzɑːr/Hebrew; French; Latin
Meaning
God has helped (Hebrew); derived from Lazarus (Latin); related to the French form (French)
Historical & Cultural Background
Lazare is derived from the Hebrew name Eleazar, meaning 'God has helped.' In Christian tradition, Lazarus is known for being raised from the dead by Jesus, making the name significant in religious contexts. The French form, Lazare, has been used in various historical texts and is associated with saints. In Latin, it connects to the biblical figure Lazarus, further embedding it in cultural narratives.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Lazar
- Lazaro
- Laz
- Lazareh
International Variants
- Lazaro (Spanish)
- Lazare (French)
- Eleazar (Hebrew)
Famous people named Lazare
Lazare Carnot — French physicist and politician.
Lazare Hoche — French general.
Lazare de Baïf — French poet.
Lazare Ponticelli — last French veteran of World War I.
Fictional characters named Lazare
Lazare — 'The Brothers Karamazov' by Fyodor Dostoevsky.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lazare was first seen in the United States in 2008. Lazare has ranked as high as #1387 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Lazare has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lazare
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |