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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Lazarus

God helps

Pronunciation: LAH-zuh-rus (/ˈlɑːzərəs/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 75
Meaning
God helps
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
11
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Stone
Onyx
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
75
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: GoldYellowWhite

What does Lazarus mean?

Derived from the Greek name Eleazar, meaning 'God helps' or 'God is my help'. In the New Testament, Lazarus is the name of a man who was raised from the dead by Jesus.

Lazarus in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
לָזָר
מִלְעִד, שְׁקֶל, שָׁוֶה, עִקָּר, שֹׁמֵר
Greek
Λάζαρος
μαρτυς, απεσταλτος, αποστολος
Latin
Lazarus
interpretatio, medicus, medicus, medicus, medicus
English
Lazarus
healer, God's messenger, brought back to life

How to pronounce Lazarus

English pronunciation
LAH-zuh-rus
Biblical pronunciation
לָזָר
IPA notation
/ˈlɑːzərəs/

Numerology & personality

Creative, artistic, and sociable.

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

A symbol of resurrection and new life.

The name Lazarus stands as a powerful symbol of the Christian belief in the power of rebirth and resurrection. The story of Lazarus, being the fourth Gospel account of a miracle in which Jesus raises a man named Lazarus from the dead, has had a lasting impact on Christian tradition and art. Images of Lazarus rising from his tomb, bound in burial shrouds, are a common motif in Christian art and symbolize the promise of eternal life.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: New Testament (John 11:1-44)

Saint connection: Saint Lazarus of Bethany

Popularity of Lazarus by region

Region Country Score Year
Spain ES 84 2024
Germany DE 57 2024

Spelling variations of Lazarus

Lazar

Names similar to Lazarus

Frequently asked questions about Lazarus

What does Lazarus mean?
Lazarus is a Greek name meaning 'God helps'.
Is Lazarus a Christianity name?
Yes, Lazarus is a Christian name, as it appears in the New Testament as the name of a man who was raised from the dead by Jesus.
How to pronounce Lazarus?
La-zar-us
Is Lazarus popular today?
Yes, Lazarus has remained a popular name for boys throughout history, with a resurgence in popularity in recent years.
What is the origin of Lazarus?
Lazarus is a Greek name derived from the name Eleazar, which means 'God helps'.