Ezell is an uncommon, yet distinctive given name of American origin. It is derived from the English surname EZELL, which is believed to have originated from a place name in Cheshire, England. The name EZELL itself is thought to be derived from the Old English elements "eas" meaning 'ease' or 'easy', and "hyth" meaning 'tract of water'. Therefore, Ezell could potentially mean 'tract of easy water'. While it's not a traditional choice, it's an intriguing option for those seeking a unique name with a rich history.
The name Ezell experienced its peak popularity between 1916 and 1918 with 20 births each year, but it saw a significant decline starting from 1920 onwards. After the 1930s, the name became quite rare with only a few instances per decade until the 1950s when it had its last notable surge with 8 births in 1953. Overall, there were 411 babies named Ezell from 1908 to 1954.