Find out how popular the first name Ezekiel has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ezekiel by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Ezekiel is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 100% of people named Ezekiel being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 5,569 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Ezekiel.

The history of the first name Ezekiel

The name Ezekiel has its origins in the Hebrew language and culture. It is derived from the Hebrew name Yechezkel, which is a combination of two Hebrew words: "chazaq" meaning "to be strong" and "el" meaning "God". The name translates to "God strengthens" or "God will strengthen".

Ezekiel is a prominent name in the Bible, as it was the name of one of the major prophets of the Old Testament. The Book of Ezekiel, which bears his name, records his visions and prophecies. Ezekiel lived in the 6th century BC and was among the Jews exiled to Babylon after the fall of Jerusalem.

The earliest recorded use of the name Ezekiel dates back to the 6th century BC, with the biblical prophet Ezekiel, son of Buzi, who lived during the Babylonian exile. Throughout history, the name Ezekiel has been borne by several notable individuals, including:

1. Ezekiel Bulver (1585-1684), an English nonconformist minister and author who lived during the 17th century.
2. Ezekiel Hart (1770-1853), a Jewish-American businessman and philanthropist who was one of the founders of the city of Hartford, Connecticut.
3. Ezekiel Elliott (born 1995), an American professional football player currently playing for the Dallas Cowboys in the National Football League (NFL).
4. Ezekiel Cheever (1614-1708), a notable American colonial educator and schoolmaster in Boston, Massachusetts.
5. Ezekiel Webster (1780-1829), an American lawyer and politician who served as a U.S. Representative from New Hampshire.

The name Ezekiel has been used consistently throughout history, primarily among Jewish and Christian communities, due to its biblical roots and religious significance. It has also gained popularity in various cultures and regions, with variations in spelling and pronunciation.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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