Origin
Hebrew origin, from the biblical name 'Ezra' with the feminine suffix '-ela'; related to the biblical prophet Ezra. The name appears in biblical texts and has been adopted in various Christian communities worldwide, including Australia. It is not a traditional Aboriginal or Māori name.
Meaning
‘Help’ or ‘helper’ in Hebrew, with connotations of support and assistance in Australian English contexts. The name suggests a caring and nurturing personality, resonating with Australian cultural values of community and mateship.
Pronunciation
/ɪzˈreːl/ (viz-REE-l) or /ɛz-ˈreɪ-la/ (EZ-ray-la) in Australian English, with primary stress on the second syllable, depending on pronunciation preference.
Variants & Nicknames
Variants
- Ezra (male counterpart)
- Ezrarela (less common variant)
- Ezrelah (alternate spelling)
Nicknames
- Ezra
- Ela
- Ree
Name Days
- 16 May (Saint Ezrela's Day in some Christian calendars)
- Rarotongan (Māori-influenced) celebrations are not specifically associated with this name.
- No significant Indigenous cultural or Indigenous calendar celebrations are associated with this name.
Name Pairings
Names that pair well with ezrela:
- Julia and Ezrela
- Hannah and Ezrela
- Emma and Ezrela
Fun Facts
- Ezrela is a relatively rare name in Australia, often chosen for its biblical roots and melodic sound.
- The name is occasionally used for characters in Australian literature and media, symbolising kindness and resilience.
- There are no famous Australian athletes or entertainers named Ezrela, making it a unique family name choice.
Personality Traits
Common traits associated with the name ezrela:
- Compassionate
- Supportive
- Gentle
- Resilient
Aesthetic Qualities
Elegant and melodic, the name has a gentle visual appeal with balanced letterforms that look refined in both formal and casual contexts in Australian English.
Geographical Distribution
More common in metropolitan areas with diverse immigrant populations, including Sydney and Melbourne, but overall still a rare name across Australia as a whole.
Numerological Significance
Name number is 3, associated with creativity, communication, and optimism, aligning with the nurturing and expressive qualities of the name in a modern Australian context.
Astrological Connections
No specific astrological associations are traditionally linked with this name; however, numerologically it resonates with the number 3, linked to the Sun and expressive energies.
Historical Context
The name Ezrela has biblical origins and has been used historically in Christian communities. Although not widely recorded in Australian historical texts, its biblical roots resonate with the Scottish, Irish, and English settlers who introduced many biblical names into Australian society.
Linguistic Adaptability
The name Ezrela adapts well across languages, with similar variants in Hebrew, English, and other Christian-influenced languages. In non-Latin scripts, it is transliterated accordingly.
Famous People Named ezrela
- None widely recognised in Australian popular culture,
- There are no internationally renowned Australian celebrities named Ezrela.
- Some fictional characters in Australian literature may bear the name, symbolising nurturing qualities.
Popularity in Australia
| Year | Count |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 |