Ezekiah is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the name "Yechezekel," which consists of two components: "Yechid," meaning "unique" or "alone," and "El," referring to God. Therefore, Ezekiah means "God strengthens." The name Ezekiah appears in the Bible as one of the prophets of Israel during the Babylonian captivity around 593 BCE. He was known for his visions and prophecies recorded in the Book of Ezekiel. Throughout history, this name has been relatively uncommon but has gained some popularity recently due to its unique sound and biblical significance.
The name Ezekiah saw a significant increase in popularity between 2003 and 2023, with the number of annual births rising from 5 to 27. The years 2016 onwards show a consistent trend of more than 10 births per year, indicating growing interest in this unique name during that period.