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Hezikiah

♂ Boy

Pronounced hez-uh-KY-uh /ˌhɛz.əˈkaɪ.ə/Medium

Meaning: A variant spelling of Hezekiah, from Hebrew Chizqiyahu, 'Yahweh strengthens' or 'the Lord is my strength'. Hezekiah was a king of Judah known for his faith and reforms.Medium

In 30 seconds: A biblical name of strength: Hezikiah spells Hezekiah, 'Yahweh strengthens' (said 'hez-uh-KY-uh') — a Judean king's name.
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Origin MediumHebrew
MeaningA variant spelling of Hezekiah, from Hebrew Chizqiyahu, 'Yahweh strengthens' or 'the Lord is my strength'. Hezekiah was a king of Judah known for his faith and reforms.
U.S. rank (2024)#11399 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1916
Total births (all-time)≈ 99

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 191619162024

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

Hezikiah is a variant of Hezekiah, from Hebrew Chizqiyahu, 'Yahweh strengthens'. The biblical Hezekiah was a reforming king of Judah, and the name carries his air of steadfast faith (said 'hez-uh-KY-uh').

As spelled, it is rare in the U.S., reading as a scriptural pick. Rare, biblical, and strong-rooted.

Did you know? Hezikiah is a spelling of Hezekiah, one of Judah's most faithful kings; the name means 'Yahweh strengthens'. It carries a sturdy, scriptural weight (said 'hez-uh-KY-uh').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Hezikiah — Variant of Hezekiah, Hebrew 'Yahweh strengthens'; king of Judah

Variations

HezekiahHezekaiahEzekiah

Nicknames

HezKai

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Hezikiah mean?

Hezikiah is a spelling of Hezekiah, from Hebrew for 'Yahweh strengthens' — the name of a faithful king of Judah.

How do you pronounce Hezikiah?

It's said hez-uh-KY-uh /ˌhɛz.əˈkaɪ.ə/ — four syllables, stress on the third.

Is Hezikiah a boy or girl name?

Hezikiah is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Hezikiah?

Hezikiah is rare in the U.S. as spelled, more familiar as Hezekiah.

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