Boy Name · English Origin
Lazarus
Lazarus is a boy baby name of English origin, meaning "Beloved one". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Lazarus often also consider Lacresha.
Lazarus meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Beloved one
Origin: English naming roots help connect Lazarus to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Lazarus as L·A·Z·A·R·U·S, with 7 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Lazarus is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Lazarus variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Lazarusa, Lazaruse, Lazarusy, Lazaru.
- Nicknames: Laza and L.
- Middle names: Pair Lazarus with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Lazarus middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Lacresha, Ladarius, Lucrecia, Lucus, Lamarcus — full picks on the sibling names for Lazarus guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Lazarus? Browse our names like Lazarus guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Lazarus
What does the name Lazarus mean?
Lazarus means "Beloved one" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Lazarus?
Lazarus originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Lazarus?
Lazarus has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Lazarus a boy's or girl's name?
Lazarus is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Lazarus in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Lazarus sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Lazarus?
Names that share Lazarus's sound and style include Lacresha, Ladarius, Lucrecia, Lucus, Lamarcus.
What middle names pair well with Lazarus?
Good middle-name fits for Lazarus pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Lazarus is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Lazarus is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Lazarus?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Lazarus share its rhythm without rhyming — Lacresha, Ladarius, Lucrecia all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.