Ezekiah is a rare and distinctive given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God will strengthen.' It is derived from the Hebrew name Yechezekiel, which consists of two elements: Yechidah, signifying 'Alone' or 'Unique,' and El, referring to 'God.' The name Ezekiah is best known as the prophet who featured prominently in the Book of Ezekiel in the Old Testament. It has been used sparingly throughout history, making it an uncommon yet profound choice for a child's name.
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.