Strong, powerful, or to be strong
Ezana is an ancient Ge'ez name most famously borne by King Ezana of the Aksumite Empire. He was the first monarch of Aksum to convert to Christianity, making it a name of significant historical and religious weight in Ethiopia and Eritrea. It conveys a sense of leadership and foundational strength.
Less common today
Ezana isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,085 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
4th-century King of the Aksumite Empire who converted to Christianity
A character in the video game series Fire Emblem · Fire Emblem Fates
