Origin and Meaning of Ezekias

God strengthens

Origin: Hebrew - Derived from the Hebrew name Yezeikel (יחזקאל), which combines the elements 'chazaq' (חזק) meaning 'to strengthen' and 'El' (אל) meaning 'God'.

• Ezekias is a variant of the more commonly known name Ezekiel, which has significant religious connotations in Judaism and Christianity.
• The name is used primarily in Hebrew-speaking communities, but it has also been adopted in various cultures, often keeping the original pronunciation.
• Notable figures bearing a similar name include Ezekiel from the Bible, who was a prophet and a major figure in the Old Testament.
• Ezekias is relatively rare compared to its more popular variants but has been rising in use in some regions as parents seek unique biblical names.
• Variations of the name include Ezekiel, Zeke (a modern diminutive), and other forms across different languages, such as Ezequiel (Spanish) and Ezechiele (Italian).