Lazar
Lazar: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Lazar
- A Serbian male given name from Serbo-Croatian.
Etymology
Borrowed from Serbo-Croatian Lazar, ultimately from Ancient Greek Λάζαρος (Lázaros), from Hebrew אלעזר (ʼElʻāzār).
How popular is Lazar?
Since 1880, 811 boys in the U.S. have been named Lazar. Its highest rank for boys was #2987 in 2012. In 2025, 24 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Lazar FAQ
What does the name Lazar mean?
A Serbian male given name from Serbo-Croatian. Borrowed from Serbo-Croatian Lazar, ultimately from Ancient Greek Λάζαρος (Lázaros), from Hebrew אלעזר (ʼElʻāzār).
What is the origin of the name Lazar?
Lazar is listed as a name of Serbo-Croatian origin.
How popular is the name Lazar?
Since 1880, 811 boys in the U.S. have been named Lazar. Its highest rank for boys was #2987 in 2012. In 2025, 24 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Lazar a boy or girl name?
Lazar is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 811 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.