Declining since 2022, #2,765 for boys today.
Popularity of Zekiel since 1989
Babies named Zekiel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 27 |
| 2000s | 106 |
| 2010s | 283 |
| 2020s | 306 |
Meaning & origin
Zekiel is a uncommon American variant of the biblical name Ezekiel, first recorded in the U.S. in 1989. It saw a gradual rise in use, reaching its peak rank of 2765 in 2023 before beginning a slight decline. In 2025, roughly 1 in 37,132 newborn boys were named Zekiel, with the name most strongly associated with the state of Texas. As a short form of a traditional Hebrew name, Zekiel offers a distinctive alternative to the more popular Ezekiel while retaining its strong linguistic roots.
Zekiel is a variant of Ezekiel, which comes from the Hebrew name Yechezkel, meaning 'God strengthens.' Ezekiel is a major prophet in the Old Testament, named in the Book of Ezekiel. Zekiel emerged as an English form, possibly influenced by the spelling of other biblical names ending in -iel. It has been used sporadically in the United States since the late 20th century, though it remains uncommon.
Where Zekiel is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zeke, Z
Sibling names for Zekiel
Names that share Zekiel's style, for a brother or sister.
