Ezequiel
Ezequiel is a boy name of Spanish/Hebrew origin meaning “God strengthens”, pronounced eh-seh-kee-EL. It ranked #348 in the United States in 2025, given to 943 babies, and peaked at #335 in 2022. Common nicknames: Eze, Zeke.
How popular is Ezequiel in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Ezequiel mean, and where does it come from?
Ezequiel is the resonant Spanish and Portuguese form of the Hebrew Ezekiel, meaning "God strengthens." It belongs to one of the major Hebrew prophets, whose visions fill one of the most vivid books of the Bible, giving the name deep spiritual weight across Jewish and Christian traditions. In the Spanish-speaking world Ezequiel is both classic and current, rolling off the tongue with a strong four-syllable rhythm and the friendly nickname Zeke. It fits neatly beside heritage favourites like Gabriel, Rafael, and Santiago, offering parents a name that is devout, distinctive, and unmistakably handsome.
How is Ezequiel used around the world?
Ezequiel is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 2+ international variants. The Spanish form of the Hebrew Ezekiel, meaning "God strengthens.".
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Ezequiel?
Famous People Named Ezequiel
- Ezequiel Lavezzi — Argentine footballer
- Ezequiel (Ezekiel) — Hebrew prophet of the Bible
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Ezequiel mean?
Ezequiel is a boy name of Spanish/Hebrew origin meaning "God strengthens." Ezequiel is the resonant Spanish and Portuguese form of the Hebrew Ezekiel, meaning "God strengthens." It belongs to one of the major Hebrew prophets, whose visions fill one of the most vivid books of the Bible, giving the name deep spiritual weight across Jewish and Christian traditions.
How do you pronounce Ezequiel?
Ezequiel is pronounced eh-seh-kee-EL. Common variations include Ezekiel, Ezechiel.
Is Ezequiel a boy name?
Yes, Ezequiel is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Eze, Zeke.