Hezekiah
he-ze-kiah
US Popularity:1202
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:God strengthens
Hezekiah is a boy's name of Hebrew origin that will leave your little one in no doubt of their ability. Stemming from the ancient Hebrew root chazaq, meaning "strengthen," Hezekiah means "God strengthens." Its enduring acclaim lies in the influential biblical king of Judah, whose exploits undoubtedly inspire its meaning. Supremely devoted to God, Hezekiah is most known for reestablishing Hebrew traditions and values, purging imported idols, and strengthening Jerusalem's defences. Worthy of divine intervention, Hezekiah remains an empowering symbol, reminding those that bear it to stay the course and trust all will come right.
Hezekiah Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Hezekiah is currently #1445 on The Bump
Boy:Hezekiah is currently #405 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Hezekiah is currently #1202 in U.S. births
Boy:Hezekiah is currently #420 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1202
in 2022
- 20
from 2021
Sources
Name Doctor, Hezekiah
Behind the Name, Hezekiah, November 2019
Online Etymology Dictionary, Hezekiah, October 2017
Baby Names 2020 by Eleanor Turner, pg. 112
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