UK girl's name
Ezzah
A feminine Arabic name meaning "glory", "dignity", or "honor".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ezzah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ezzah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2253, with 12 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 16 births.
This profile covers 114 England and Wales registrations across 18 recorded years from 2004 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 113 living people in the UK are called Ezzah. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ezzah ranked #2253 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 12 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 16 girls were registered as Ezzah.
- • About 113 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ezzah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2253
2024
Births in 2024
12
Latest year
Peak year
2013
16 births
Estimated living
113
2026
Meaning
What does Ezzah mean?
The name Ezzah originates from the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "izza," which means honor, strength, or glory. This name has been in use for centuries within the Arab world and the broader Islamic community.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Ezzah can be found in classical Arabic literature and poetry, where it was often used to describe virtues such as courage, dignity, and respect. The name gained further prominence during the Islamic Golden Age, a period of remarkable intellectual and cultural achievements.
In the 9th century, Ezzah al-Gharnati was a renowned Arab poet and literary figure from Cordoba, Spain. Her works celebrated the beauty of nature and the complexities of human emotions. She was widely admired for her mastery of language and her ability to capture the essence of life through her poetic verses.
During the 11th century, Ezzah al-Isfahani was a celebrated scholar and historian from Isfahan, Iran. She authored numerous books on the history of the Islamic world, providing invaluable insights into the cultural and political dynamics of the time. Her writings are considered essential sources for understanding the evolution of Islamic civilization.
In the 13th century, Ezzah al-Baghdadi was a prominent Islamic jurist and legal scholar from Baghdad, Iraq. She was renowned for her expertise in Islamic jurisprudence and her contributions to the interpretation of Sharia law. Her teachings influenced generations of scholars and legal practitioners within the Islamic world.
Another notable figure bearing the name Ezzah was Ezzah al-Qudsi, a 15th-century Sufi mystic and poet from Jerusalem. Her spiritual writings and poetry explored the depths of the human soul and its connection to the divine. Her works continue to inspire seekers of spiritual enlightenment across various religious traditions.
In the 18th century, Ezzah al-Tunisi was a celebrated calligrapher and artist from Tunis, Tunisia. Her exquisite calligraphic works adorned manuscripts, buildings, and various artistic artifacts, showcasing the rich heritage of Islamic art and calligraphy. Her creations are considered masterpieces of Arabic calligraphic art.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ezzah over time
The chart below shows babies named Ezzah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Ezzah, the clearest high point is 2013. The latest England and Wales figure is 12 births in 2024, compared with 16 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ezzah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ezzah was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3136 | 38 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3817 | 60 | 9 |
| 2000s | #4401 | 16 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Ezzah
- Emily 121,621
- Ella 69,101
- Ellie 63,522
- Evie 52,944
- Emma 50,755
- Eleanor 40,576
- Elizabeth 39,225
- Erin 34,816
- Eva 29,738
- Evelyn 26,911
- Elsie 23,671
- Emilia 22,167
FAQ
Ezzah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ezzah in the UK right now?
In 2024, Ezzah was ranked #2253 for girls in England and Wales, with 12 births registered.
When was Ezzah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 16 babies registered as Ezzah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ezzah?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "glory", "dignity", or "honor".
How many people are called Ezzah in the UK?
A total of 114 babies have been registered as Ezzah across the 18 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.