Ezri

♀ Girl

Pronounced EZ-ree /ˈɛz.riː/High

Meaning: From Hebrew ezri (עֶזְרִי) meaning 'my help' or 'helper'; a feminine form related to Ezra, which means 'help' from the root ezerHigh

In 30 seconds: Ezri is a Hebrew name meaning 'my help' or 'helper,' a softer and more feminine take on the biblical name Ezra. Crisp, modern-feeling yet deeply rooted in Hebrew scripture.

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Origin HighHebrew

MeaningFrom Hebrew ezri (עֶזְרִי) meaning 'my help' or 'helper'; a feminine form related to Ezra, which means 'help' from the root ezer

U.S. rank (2024)#3020 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births54 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,011

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Ezri comes from the Hebrew root ezer (עֵזֶר), meaning 'help' or 'aid.' The possessive form ezri (עֶזְרִי) means 'my help.' This root gives us the biblical names Ezra (the great scribe and priest of the Hebrew Bible) and Ezer, a name borne by several minor biblical figures. The feminine use of Ezri as a given name draws on this powerful tradition.

Ezri gained broader awareness through its use as a character name in the television series Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (Ezri Dax), which introduced the name to a wide Western audience. In the 21st century, Ezri has been adopted as a fresh Hebrew-rooted alternative to Ezra, appealing to parents who want a name that feels both contemporary and biblically grounded. It has also gained notable attention through country singer Ezra Furman's use, though gender-related usage varies.

Did you know? The Hebrew root ezer (help) appears in the Torah when God creates Eve as an ezer kenegdo — often translated 'helper suitable for him' — making the root concept of helping central to Jewish understandings of human relationship.

Overall data confidence 88%

Behind the Name – Ezra — Hebrew ezer root etymologyJewish Encyclopedia — Biblical usage of the ezer root

Variations

EzraEzerEzra

Nicknames

EzEzzie

Famous Bearers

★Ezri Dax (1999)
Fictional joined Trill character introduced in the final season of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ezri mean?

Ezri means 'my help' or 'helper' in Hebrew, from the root ezer (help). It is the feminine form of the biblical name Ezra.

How do you pronounce Ezri?

Ezri is pronounced EZ-ree (/ˈɛz.riː/), with stress on the first syllable.

Is Ezri a boy or girl name?

Ezri is used primarily as a girl name in modern usage, though the related Ezra is traditionally masculine.

How popular is Ezri?

Ezri is an uncommon name gaining traction as a fresh alternative to the popular Ezra among girls' names.