Esra
e-sra,
es-ra
US Popularity:5990
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Help; God is my helper
Esra is a gender-neutral name of Hebrew origin and means “help” or “God is my helper.” Interestingly, Esra is regarded as a newer variation of Ezra and is traditionally given as a boy’s name. The Book of Ezra is an Old Testament text by the prophet Ezra. He was known as “Ezra the Scribe” and was a well-respected Jewish figure. American poet Ezra Pound is one notable bearer of this name. Life is sure to be brighter alongside your little helper, Esra.
Esra Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Esra is currently #2002 on The Bump
Boy:Esra is currently #1410 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Esra is currently #1116 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Esra is currently #5990 in U.S. births
Boy:Esra is currently #20479 in U.S. births
Girl:Esra is currently #7062 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#7062
in 2023
+ 387
from 2022
Sources
Name Doctor, Esra, April 2024
Behind the Name, Esra, April 2024
Britannica, Ezra, Hebrew religious leader, March 2024
Britannica, Ezra Pound, American poet, April 2024
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