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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ehk-seh-KEEL //ɛk.seˈki.ɛl//
Origin: Spanish; Hebrew
Meaning: Spanish: 'he who is exalted'; Hebrew: 'God strengthens'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Exequiel has its roots in the Hebrew name Yehezkel, which translates to "God strengthens." This name was adapted into Greek as Ezekiel, and subsequently into Latin as Ezechiel. The transition from these languages into Old Spanish led to the form Ezequiel, which eventually evolved into Exequiel in modern Spanish-speaking contexts.
The name entered the English language primarily through biblical translations, notably the King James Version of the Bible published in 1611, which popularized the name Ezekiel among English speakers, although Exequiel itself remains more common in Spanish-speaking regions. Historically, Ezekiel is a significant biblical figure, a prophet and priest who is credited with the Book of Ezekiel in the Hebrew Bible.
His prophecies, which include visions of the valley of dry bones and the restoration of Israel, have had a profound impact on Jewish and Christian traditions. The name has been borne by various saints and notable figures throughout history, contributing to its enduring presence in religious and cultural contexts.
Culturally, the name Exequiel carries connotations of strength and divine support, resonating with themes of resilience and faith. In many Spanish-speaking cultures, names derived from biblical figures are often chosen for their spiritual significance, reflecting a connection to heritage and religious beliefs.
The diminutive form Ezequiel is also used, which maintains the same roots and meanings, further illustrating the name's historical and cultural depth.
Famous people named Exequiel
In this section, you will find notable people named Exequiel. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Exequiel who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Exequiel Palacios is a professional footballer best known for playing with River Plate, Bayer Leverkusen, and the Argentina national team.
Exequiel Zeballos is a professional footballer best known for playing with Boca Juniors and the Argentina national youth teams.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Exequiel was first seen in the United States in 1993.
Exequiel has ranked as high as #1392 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Exequiel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Exequiel is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Exequiel was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Exequiel
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Exequiel.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |