Eze

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Eze Pronunciation

Eze is pronounced EH-zeh /ˈɛ.zɛ/Medium

Meaning: From Igbo eze, 'a king; a ruler; a monarch'Low

In 30 seconds: A king: Eze is Igbo for 'a king'. Crisp, regal, and warm (said 'EH-zeh').

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Origin MediumIgbo

MeaningFrom Igbo eze, 'a king; a ruler; a monarch'

U.S. rank (2024)#6551 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births13 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 92

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Eze comes from Igbo eze, 'a king; a ruler; a monarch' — often a short form of fuller names like Ezechukwu, 'God is king'. A crisp, regal Nigerian name (said 'EH-zeh').

In the U.S. it appears in Nigerian families. Rare, a-king at the root, and regal.

Did you know? Eze means 'a king; a ruler; a monarch' in Igbo — a crisp, regal Nigerian name, often a short form of names like Ezechukwu (said 'EH-zeh').

Overall data confidence 58%

Igbo references — Eze — Igbo etymology

Variations

EzehEzechukwu

Themes & Styles

West-african Igbo

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Eze?

Eze is pronounced EH-zeh (/ˈɛ.zɛ/). Press play above to hear Eze said aloud.

How do you say Eze?

Eze is said EH-zeh (/ˈɛ.zɛ/). Press play above to hear Eze said aloud.

What does the name Eze mean?

Eze is Igbo for 'a king; a ruler; a monarch'.

Is Eze a boy or girl name?

Eze is a boy's name.

How popular is Eze?

Eze is a rare name in the U.S.