Ezell
Boy nameEzell has been given to 3,654 babies in the U.S. since 1897. It peaked in 1922.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
3,654
Peak year
1922 (71 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1897
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
11% girls / 89% boys
Rank through the decades
Ezell's rank among U.S. boy names at 25-year milestones.
| Year | Boys rank |
|---|---|
| 1925 | #961 |
| 1950 | #982 |
— means outside the top 1000 that year.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ezell.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ezell?
Ezell has been given to 3,654 babies in the U.S. since 1897. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ezell peak?
Ezell peaked in 1922, when 71 babies were given the name.
Is Ezell a girl or boy name?
Ezell is primarily a boy name (89% of babies named Ezell are boys).
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