Lázár

Latinized Greek variation of Hebrew Eleazar

"God is my helper"

Lázár Origin and Meaning

The name Lázár is a boy's name.

Lázár is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, being the Hungarian form of Lazarus, meaning "God has helped." The name appears prominently in the Bible, most notably in the New Testament where Lazarus is raised from the dead by Jesus. In Hungarian history and culture, the name has maintained steady popularity, with Saint Lázár being venerated in Eastern Orthodox and Catholic traditions. The distinctive accent mark (acute) over the 'a' influences its pronunciation, giving it a strong, melodic quality. Lázár combines religious significance with Hungarian cultural heritage, making it particularly meaningful for families with connections to Hungarian or Eastern European traditions.