Ezra means "help" in Hebrew. Ezra is a prophet of the Old Testament and the author of the Book of Ezra. It has been used as a given name in the English-speaking world since the Protestant Reformation. The American poet Ezra Pound (1885-1972) was a famous bearer.
Biblical namesake: Ezra was a priest and scribe who led exiles back to Jerusalem and helped restore the Jewish community. He is remembered for his leadership and dedication to the law. (Ezra · Ezra 7-10, Nehemiah 8)
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