Zekiel
Zekiel is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God strengthens.
Origin and history
Zekiel is a modern shortened variation of the traditional biblical name Ezekiel. Derived from Hebrew roots, it carries the meaning 'God strengthens'. In the United States, it has seen rising use in recent years as a contemporary alternative to longer classical names.
Popularity in the United States
729 babies in the United States have been named Zekiel since 1880. It ranks #3947 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1621.
States where it is most popular
- CA (52.1 %)
- TX (40.8 %)
- AZ (3.5 %)
- IL (3.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 7 |
| 1990-2000 | 27 |
| 2000-2010 | 106 |
| 2010-2019 | 283 |
| 2020-2029 | 306 |
Nicknames
Zeke
Fun facts
- Zekiel developed as an informal or streamlined spelling of the longer prophet name Ezekiel.
- The name has gained increased visibility in the United States since 2020.