Elizar
Meaning of Elizar
Elizar, a masculine name of Hebrew origin and a variant of the biblical Eleazar, derives etymologically from the theophoric element El (“God”) combined with the verb ‘azar (“has helped”), thereby conveying the meaning “God has helped” or “God is my help.” Its earliest attestations appear in Old Testament contexts—most prominently borne by Eleazar, son of Aaron and successor to the priestly office—imbuing the name with associations of spiritual succor and priestly lineage valued in Judeo-Christian traditions. In contemporary Anglo-American usage, Elizar may be pronounced /əˈlaɪ.zər/ (“uh-LIE-zar”) or /iːˈlaɪ.zər/ (“ee-LIE-zar”), the variation residing solely in the initial vowel quality while preserving the metrical stress on the second syllable. Although its incidence in the United States has remained modest—typically under fifteen annual occurrences and ranking between approximately 660 in the mid-20th century and around 930 in recent years according to Social Security Administration data—Elizar’s persistent, if selective, presence underscores its enduring appeal among parents seeking a theologically resonant and historically grounded choice.
Pronunciation
variation2
- Pronunced as ee-LIE-zar (/iːˈlaɪ.zər/)
variation1
- Pronunced as eh-LIE-zar (/əˈlaɪ.zər/)
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