Zedekiah

Meaning & origin

Zedekiah is a biblical name with deep roots, appearing as the last king of Judah. In the United States, it first appeared in recorded data in 1982 and has since maintained a niche but steady presence. Its peak in usage came in 2019, after which its popularity has been gradually declining. As of 2025, it ranks 4857, with approximately 1 in 85,404 boys receiving the name. The name saw its highest adoption during the 2010s, a decade that saw a revival of many Old Testament names. Despite its strong biblical association, it has not gained broad popularity, and its top states of use are not recorded due to low numbers. It remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with religious significance.

Zedekiah is a biblical name of Hebrew origin, derived from the elements 'tsedeq' (righteousness) and 'Yah' (a shortened form of Yahweh). It appears in the Old Testament as the name of the last king of Judah before the Babylonian exile. Despite its ancient roots, the name has seen modest use in the United States since the late 20th century, reflecting a broader trend of reviving biblical names.