Hezekiah
Hezekiah is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Yahweh strengthens or God has strengthened.
Origin and history
Hezekiah is a classic Biblical name of Hebrew origin meaning 'God strengthens'. Historically known through the prominent Old Testament King of Judah, the name has seen a modern resurgence in the United States, climbing into the top 600 names for boys.
Popularity in the United States
11,213 babies in the United States have been named Hezekiah since 1880. It ranks #1121 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #532.
States where it is most popular
- CA (12 %)
- TX (10.2 %)
- FL (7.2 %)
- NC (5.3 %)
- SC (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 108 |
| 1890-1900 | 126 |
| 1900-1910 | 112 |
| 1910-1920 | 328 |
| 1920-1930 | 395 |
| 1930-1940 | 278 |
| 1940-1950 | 286 |
| 1950-1960 | 254 |
| 1960-1970 | 143 |
| 1970-1980 | 153 |
| 1980-1990 | 152 |
| 1990-2000 | 501 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,785 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,320 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,272 |
Famous people named Hezekiah
- Hezekiah Walker: Singer, Composer
- Hezekiah Niles: Editor, Publisher
Nicknames
Hez, Zeke, Kiah
Fun facts
- King Hezekiah ruled Judah during the late 8th and early 7th centuries BCE and is renowned for religious reforms.
- Although an ancient name, Hezekiah has risen sharply in popularity in the United States since the late 2010s.