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Ezykiel

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Pronounced ee-ZEE-kee-el /ɪˈziː.ki.əl/Medium

Meaning: Ezykiel is a modern spelling of the biblical Ezekiel, from the Hebrew Yechezkel, 'God strengthens' or 'God will strengthen.' Ezekiel is a major prophet of the Hebrew Bible. It carries Hebrew and biblical heritage.Medium

In 30 seconds: A prophet's name: Ezykiel, a spelling of Ezekiel, means 'God strengthens' (said 'ee-ZEE-kee-el').

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningEzykiel is a modern spelling of the biblical Ezekiel, from the Hebrew Yechezkel, 'God strengthens' or 'God will strengthen.' Ezekiel is a major prophet of the Hebrew Bible. It carries Hebrew and biblical heritage.

U.S. rank (2024)#12853 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2020

Total births (all-time)≈ 79

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Ezykiel is a modern spelling of the biblical Ezekiel, from Hebrew Yechezkel, 'God strengthens.' Ezekiel is a major prophet of scripture, known for his visions. This spelling reads as a fresh take on a storied name (said 'ee-ZEE-kee-el').

In the U.S. this spelling is rare, with Ezekiel more common. Rare, biblical, and strong.

Did you know? Ezykiel carries the Hebrew Yechezkel — 'God strengthens' — the name of a major prophet, here in a modern spelling noted with its roots (said 'ee-ZEE-kee-el').

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References — Ezykiel — Ezekiel spelling; Hebrew 'God strengthens'

Variations

EzekielEzequielEzekial

Nicknames

ZekeEzy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ezykiel mean?

Ezykiel is a spelling of the biblical Ezekiel, from the Hebrew for 'God strengthens.'

How do you pronounce Ezykiel?

It's said ee-ZEE-kee-el /ɪˈziː.ki.əl/ — four syllables, stress on the second.

Is Ezykiel a boy or girl name?

Ezykiel is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Ezykiel?

Ezykiel is a rare spelling in the U.S., with Ezekiel more common.