Ezekiel: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced ih-ZEE-kee-ul · 4 syllables
Ezekiel means “God strengthens”, from Hebrew.
From Koine Greek (Iezekiel), from Biblical Hebrew (Y'hezqel, “God strengthens”).
- Meaning
- God strengthens
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- ih-ZEE-kee-ul
- US rank (2025)
- #61
- US babies a year
- about 5,609 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising, Biblical
How popular is Ezekiel?
Ezekiel was the #61 name in the US in 2025, given to 5,098 babies. It’s rising: up 150% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Most popular in Hawaii (#6), New Mexico (#8).
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #61 |
| England & Wales | #298 |
| Scotland | #476 |
| Northern Ireland | #334 |
| Ireland | #199 |
| France | #267 |
| Canada | #121 |
| Australia | #125 |
How old are people named Ezekiel?
Half of US adults named Ezekiel are older than 25; most are between 18 and 60. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Ezekiel
What does the name Ezekiel mean?
Ezekiel means “God strengthens”. It comes from Hebrew.
How do you pronounce Ezekiel?
Ezekiel is pronounced ih-ZEE-kee-ul.
How popular is the name Ezekiel?
Ezekiel was the #61 name in the US in 2025, given to 5,098 babies. It’s rising: up 150% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Ezekiel?
Half of US adults named Ezekiel are older than 25. Most are between 18 and 60.