Ezekiel
Hebrew boy's name meaning “God strengthens”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Meaning
- God strengthens
- Syllables
- 3
- Letters
- 7
- US rank (2023)
- #50
- Born in 2023
- 5,596
Meaning & origin
Ezekiel comes from the Hebrew Yehezqel, 'God strengthens'. Ezekiel was a major prophet known for his vivid visions.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Ezekiel ranked #50 for boys. It has risen about 136 places over the past ten years — a name clearly on the way up.
In 2023, 5,596 US boys were given the name Ezekiel.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #50 in 2023
“Unranked” means Ezekiel was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Nicknames
Zeke
Ezekiel: frequently asked questions
What does the name Ezekiel mean?
Ezekiel is a Hebrew name meaning "God strengthens". Ezekiel comes from the Hebrew Yehezqel, 'God strengthens'. Ezekiel was a major prophet known for his vivid visions.
Where does the name Ezekiel come from?
Ezekiel is of Hebrew origin. Ezekiel comes from the Hebrew Yehezqel, 'God strengthens'. Ezekiel was a major prophet known for his vivid visions.
Is Ezekiel a boy or a girl name?
Ezekiel is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Ezekiel?
In 2023, 5,596 US boys were given the name Ezekiel.
Is Ezekiel a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Ezekiel ranked #50 for boys. It has risen about 136 places over the past ten years — a name clearly on the way up.
What are common nicknames for Ezekiel?
Common nicknames for Ezekiel include Zeke.