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EzanaChristian Male Biblical name meaning

God is gracious

Pronunciation: /eɪˈzɑːnə, ɛˈzɑːnə/

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Name
Ezana
Meaning
God is gracious
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/eɪˈzɑːnə, ɛˈzɑːnə/
Lucky Number
8
8
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Ezana mean?

Ezana is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "God is gracious". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: /eɪˈzɑːnə, ɛˈzɑːnə/. Lucky number: 8. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Εζανας

help, salvation

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/eɪˈzɑːnə, ɛˈzɑːnə/

IPA

ˈɛzana, ˈɛzanə

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Ezana is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is God is gracious. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

8

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

YellowOrange

Lucky Stone

Carnelian

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expressive, artistic, and creative.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveLoyalC = CourageousH = Humility

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name that represents the grace and help of God.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Ezana holds significant cultural importance in Ethiopian history. It was the name of two monarchs from the Aksumite Empire in the 4th and 6th centuries AD. Ezana I (c. 350-360 AD) is known for his military conquests that expanded the Aksumite Empire while embracing Christianity as the state religion. Ezana II (527-555 AD), the second Ezana, is considered a great ruler and a patron of the arts, leaving a lasting impression on Ethiopian culture and art.
The name Ezana reflects the strong connection between the people of Ethiopia and their faith in God. It serves as a reminder that even in the face of challenges, God is always present and gracious, providing help and support. For many Ethiopians, the name continues to embody the spiritual values of perseverance, hope, and faith, making it an esteemed name for children.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Axumite Kingdom The name Ezana carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

4th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Ezana

help, salvation

🇮🇱Hebrew

עזנה

help, strength

🇬🇷Greek

Εζανας

help, salvation

🇮🇹Latin

Ezana

help, salvation

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