Zeke: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced ZEEK · 1 syllable
A diminutive of the given name Ezekiel, also used as a formal given name.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- ZEEK
- US rank (2025)
- #800
- US babies a year
- about 420 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Zeke?
Zeke was the #800 name in the US in 2025, given to 311 babies. It’s rising: up 44% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #800 |
| Scotland | #711 |
| Canada | #643 |
| Australia | #177 |
How old are people named Zeke?
Half of US adults named Zeke are older than 30; most are between 18 and 68. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Zeke
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Questions about Zeke
How do you pronounce Zeke?
Zeke is pronounced ZEEK.
How popular is the name Zeke?
Zeke was the #800 name in the US in 2025, given to 311 babies. It’s rising: up 44% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Zeke?
Half of US adults named Zeke are older than 30. Most are between 18 and 68.