Yechezkel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yechezkel is a Hebrew name meaning 'God will strengthen', derived from the root 'חזק' (chazak). It evolved from Yechezkel to Ezekiel, reflecting its biblical significance as the name of a prominent prophet. The name embodies traits of strength and resilience, and it is relevant in both historical and modern contexts, particularly within Jewish culture.
The name Yechezkel is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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, Yechezkel has been falling for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Yechezkel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6919th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4945th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4092nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3917th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Yechezkel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yechezkel"
Pronunciation
/jɛˈχɛzkɛl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Yechezkel is derived from the Hebrew root 'חזק' (chazak), meaning 'to strengthen' or 'to be strong'. The name can be translated as 'God will strengthen'.
Meaning
God will strengthen
Language Evolution
Yechezkel, Ezekiel
Biblical Background
Yechezkel is the Hebrew form of the name Ezekiel, a major prophet in the Hebrew Bible known for his prophecies during the Babylonian exile.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Jewish communities during and after the Babylonian exile, where the prophet Ezekiel played a significant role in delivering messages from God.
Variants & Derivatives
Ezekiel, Zeke
Modern Popularity & Image
In modern times, Yechezkel is primarily used in Jewish communities and carries a strong biblical connotation, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Yechezkel Kaufmann, a notable Jewish philosopher and historian, Yechezkel Hen, an Israeli artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yechezkel"
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 "Yechezkel"
"Yechezkel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6919th of 10718 | 28 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4945th of 16616 | 147 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4092nd of 24088 | 347 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3917th of 23106 | 326 |
Regional Popularity of "Yechezkel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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45.62% 1589th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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31.91% 1428th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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21.65% 1118th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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24.92% 1118th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Yechezkel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yechezkel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yechezkel" 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.