Zeke
Meaning
short form of Ezekiel, traditionally translated 'God will strengthen'
The formal names behind Zeke
Zeke is an established short form of this name.
Ezekiel · Hebrew origin · God strengthens; a favorite biblical name deeply rooted in Black church naming tradition
Popularity, 1890–2024
Shape drawn from US Social Security baby-name records. Zeke peaked in the 2010s and the 2020s in nearly equal measure.
When you meet Zeke
Most people given the name Zeke in the United States are children or teenagers today. The name belongs to this generation.
Estimated from US Social Security birth registrations and typical lifespans; a rough guide, not a rule.
The Zeke deep dive
Whether you’re naming a baby or exploring your own name’s history, this is a personal letter, not a list: where Zeke truly comes from, how it traveled, and what a century of records reveals. If you have grown a tree on nametree, it also considers how Zeke fits with your family’s names and surname.
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