Zeke
Zeke is a Christian boy name of Hebrew, via English origin, meaning “God strengthens”.
| Meaning | God strengthens |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via English |
| Pronunciation | ZEEK |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Zeke
Zeke began as an English nickname for Ezekiel, from Hebrew Yechezkel, 'God will strengthen'. Ezekiel is one of the major prophets of the Hebrew Bible, known for his vision of the valley of dry bones. Zeke has long been used as an independent name in the United States, where it has a friendly, rustic feel. It can also be short for Zechariah.
Is Zeke a Christian name?
Through Ezekiel, Zeke has a biblical background, though as a short form it is used by Christian and non-religious families alike.
How popular is Zeke?
Moderately used in the United States as a nickname and full name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zeke mean?
Zeke means 'God strengthens'. It is of Hebrew, via English origin.
Is Zeke a Christian name?
Through Ezekiel, Zeke has a biblical background, though as a short form it is used by Christian and non-religious families alike.
How do you pronounce Zeke?
Zeke is pronounced ZEEK.
Is Zeke a boy or girl name?
Zeke is usually a boy name.