Ezra

Other days it is celebrated

Saints named Ezra

• Prophet EzraJuly 13Priest and scribe of Israel, who led a return from exile and the renewal of the Law in Jerusalem.
• EASaint Ezra of AnchaOctober 5A Georgian bishop of the 11th century, venerated by the Georgian Church.

Questions

I.When is the name day of Ezra?

The name day of Ezra is July 13, the feast of Prophet Ezra. It is also kept on October 5.

II.Which saints bore the name Ezra?

The Sinaxarion archive holds 2 saints named Ezra, with their lives and icons.

III.Is Ezra a good baptismal name?

Yes. Ezra is the name of a saint of the Orthodox Church, so the child will have Prophet Ezra as patron.