Ezma
A feminine name of Latin origin symbolizing bright and radiant.
Name Census estimates that about 2 living Americans carry the first name Ezma. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Ezma today is around 120 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ezma births was 1919 (15 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ezma. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Ezma with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Ezma is about 120 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Ezmas were born before 1916.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ezma. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
2
~ 1 in 171,377,169 Americans
Peak year
1919
15 babies that year
Average age
120
years old
1934 SSA rank
#4,504
Tracked since 1905
Popularity
Ezma: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ezma from the 1900s through to the 1930s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 56 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ezma by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ezma during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Ezmas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Ezma
The name Ezma finds its origins in the ancient Sumerian language, one of the earliest known written languages dating back to around 3000 BCE. It is derived from the Sumerian word "ez-mah," which translates to "wise leader" or "noble guide." This name was likely bestowed upon individuals who were revered for their wisdom, leadership abilities, and guidance within their communities.
The name Ezma has been documented in various ancient Sumerian texts and cuneiform inscriptions, indicating its widespread use during the Sumerian civilization, which flourished in the region of modern-day Iraq. These earliest records of the name date back to around 2500 BCE, showcasing its longevity and cultural significance.
One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Ezma was a prominent Sumerian priest and scribe who lived in the city of Uruk around 2300 BCE. He is renowned for his contributions to the preservation and dissemination of Sumerian literature and religious teachings.
In the later years of the Sumerian civilization, around 2100 BCE, a notable figure named Ezma-ilu rose to prominence as a skilled architect and engineer. He is credited with overseeing the construction of several monumental structures, including the famous ziggurat of Ur, a testament to the advanced architectural achievements of the Sumerians.
As the Sumerian culture influenced and intermingled with other ancient civilizations, the name Ezma found its way into other languages and cultures. In the Akkadian language, a variant spelling, "Ezmu," was used, referring to a wise counselor or advisor.
Throughout the centuries, the name Ezma has been associated with individuals renowned for their wisdom, leadership, and intellectual prowess. One such figure was Ezma al-Baghdadi, an esteemed Islamic scholar and philosopher who lived in Baghdad during the 9th century CE. He made significant contributions to the fields of logic, metaphysics, and Islamic jurisprudence.
In the realm of literature, the name Ezma was borne by Ezma al-Andalusi, a celebrated poet and writer from the Andalusian region of Spain during the 11th century CE. His poetic works were widely acclaimed and have left an indelible mark on the literary tradition of the era.
While the name Ezma may not be as widely used in modern times, its rich historical roots and associations with wisdom, leadership, and intellectual pursuits continue to resonate, serving as a testament to the enduring legacy of the ancient Sumerian civilization.
People
Ezma + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ezma as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ezma: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ezma?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 2 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ezma going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 171,377,169 US residents.
Is Ezma a common name?
We classify Ezma as "Very Rare". It ranks above 4.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 123 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ezma most popular?
The single biggest year for Ezma was 1919, when 15 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ezma is about 120 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ezma in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ezma a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ezma in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ezma still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ezma in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ezma can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Ezma?
You can see how many Americans are named Ezma on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.