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Ezra

EHZ-ruh

Ezra (name) means a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "help," and the name of a biblical scribe. Example: “Ezra Pound was an influential American poet.”

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A masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "help," and the name of a biblical scribe.

"Ezra Pound was an influential American poet."

Word forms

Ezras plural

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Etymology

From the Biblical Hebrew עֶזְרָא (ʿezrā). Doublet of Esdras.

Synonyms

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Esra Ezrah

Frequently asked questions

What does “Ezra” mean?

The word “Ezra” means a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "help," and the name of a biblical scribe.

How do you pronounce “Ezra”?

“Ezra” is pronounced EHZ-ruh (/ˈɛzɹə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Ezra” in a sentence?

Here is “Ezra” used in a sentence: “Ezra Pound was an influential American poet.”

What part of speech is “Ezra”?

“Ezra” is a name.

Is “Ezra” a common word?

“Ezra” is an uncommon word in modern English.