"And he said, O LORD God of my master Abraham, I pray thee, send me good speed this day, and shew kindness unto my master Abraham."
Biblical Name · Hebrew Origin
Eleazer Meaning in the Bible
Eleazer
boy
Eleazer means "God is my help", a boy's name of Hebrew origin. Eleazer appears in the King James Bible, and Genesis 24:12 is the passage most often tied to it. Eleazer models prayerful dependence on God — trusting divine guidance in life's most consequential decisions.
Is Eleazer in the Bible?
Yes — Eleazer (spelled Eleazar in the King James Bible) appears in the King James Bible; the passages below give the context.
Pronunciation:/el-ee-AY-zer/
OriginHebrew
MeaningGod is my help
What does Eleazer mean?
Eleazer is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is my help". Eleazer (Eliezer) was Abraham's faithful servant who was entrusted with finding a wife for Isaac — one of the most important missions in salvation history. His prayer for divine guidance at the well is a model of trusting God in crucial decisions.
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What does Eleazer mean in the Bible?
Eleazer means "God is my help" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Where does Eleazer appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Eleazer is connected to 2 key passages in the King James Bible, beginning with Genesis 24:12. Each verse is quoted in full below.
"My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth."
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What are the variants and nicknames of Eleazer?
Eleazer has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.
Variants & related forms
Which books of the Bible mention Eleazer?
Eleazer is mentioned across 3 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Eleazer?
Eleazer models prayerful dependence on God — trusting divine guidance in life's most consequential decisions.
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Names like Eleazer
Other Hebrew biblical names that share the spirit of "God is my help" — discovered by matching meaning category and origin.
Names that pair well with Eleazer
Sibling sets, middle-name combinations, and complementary pairings chosen for matching origin, meaning, and similar syllable weight.
Eliana
girl
"My God has answered"
Eleazer & Eliana
Rebecca
girl
"To bind or captivate"
Eleazer & Rebecca
Abigail
girl
"Father of joy"
Eleazer & Abigail
Abijah
unisex
"My father is the LORD; The LORD is my father"
Eleazer & Abijah
Amaris
girl
"Promised by God; Given by God"
Eleazer & Amaris
Anna
girl
"Grace or favor"
Eleazer & Anna
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Eleazer name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Eleazer (spelled Eleazar in the King James Bible) appears in the King James Bible; the passages below give the context.
Eleazer means "God is my help." It is a Hebrew name. The King James Bible uses it, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Hebrew. Eleazer comes into English from Hebrew and carries the sense "God is my help." It appears in the King James Bible.
Common questions about the name Eleazer
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Eleazer?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Eleazer?
You can read every verse where Eleazer appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.