Find out how popular the first name Jezekiel has been for the last 4 years (from 2018 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jezekiel by gender

Based on the last 4 years of data, Jezekiel is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Jezekiel.

The history of the first name Jezekiel

The name Jezekiel is derived from the Hebrew name Yechezkel, which means "God will strengthen" or "God strengthens." It is a combination of the Hebrew words "El" (meaning "God") and "chazaq" (meaning "to strengthen"). The name has its roots in the ancient Hebrew culture and can be traced back to biblical times.

Jezekiel is most famously associated with the biblical prophet Ezekiel, who was one of the major prophets in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament. Ezekiel lived during the 6th century BCE and was among the Jewish captives taken to Babylon during the Babylonian exile. He is known for his vivid and symbolic visions recorded in the Book of Ezekiel, which includes his famous vision of the valley of dry bones.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jezekiel can be found in the Book of Ezekiel itself, where the prophet is referred to by his Hebrew name, Yechezkel. This biblical reference has undoubtedly contributed to the popularity of the name among Jewish and Christian communities throughout history.

Several notable historical figures have borne the name Jezekiel or variations of it. In the 15th century, Jezekiel ben Judah Landau was a prominent Jewish scholar and Talmudist from Poland. In the 17th century, Jezekiel Burton was an English clergyman and author known for his works on theology and philosophy.

Another notable bearer of the name was Jezekiel Pratt (1832-1900), an American businessman and philanthropist who founded the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York. In the 20th century, Jezekiel Ben-Ezra (1889-1972) was an Iraqi-Israeli linguist and scholar who made significant contributions to the study of Semitic languages.

The name Jezekiel has also been used in literature and popular culture. In Herman Melville's novel "Moby Dick," one of the characters is named Jezekiel. Additionally, the name has been used as a character in various films, television shows, and video games, reflecting its enduring cultural significance.

Data source

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