Cheskel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cheskel is a Hebrew name meaning 'God strengthens'. It has evolved through various forms, including Heschel in Yiddish. The name is associated with strength and faith, holding cultural significance within Jewish tradition. It does not have a biblical background but has been popular in Jewish communities, especially during the 19th and 20th centuries.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cheskel"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɛs.kɛl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Cheskel is derived from the Hebrew name 'חֶסְקֵאל', which means 'God strengthens' or 'God will strengthen'.
Meaning
God strengthens
Language Evolution
Cheskel (Hebrew), Heschel (Yiddish), Cheskel (modern Hebrew)
Historical Usage
Cheskel has been used primarily within Jewish communities and gained popularity in various forms among Yiddish-speaking populations in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Heschel, Cheskie
Modern Popularity & Image
Cheskel is seen as a traditional name with strong cultural and religious significance, particularly in Jewish communities.
Famous People
Abraham Joshua Heschel, a renowned Jewish theologian and philosopher.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 38 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cheskel"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cheskel"
"Cheskel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5353rd of 7552 | 26 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5973rd of 10718 | 43 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6058th of 16616 | 103 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5587th of 24088 | 222 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3983rd of 23106 | 318 |
Regional Popularity of "Cheskel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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49.71% 1208th/2430 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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38.21% 1331st/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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27.91% 1249th/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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24.54% 1267th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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38.78% 1740th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Cheskel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Cheskel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cheskel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Cheskel" in the United States
The name Cheskel is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cheskel has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Cheskel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5353rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5973rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6058th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5587th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3983rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Cheskel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.