Zeke Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZEEK / ziːkHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God strengthens; English: short form of Ezekiel
Historical & Cultural Background
Zeke is often considered a diminutive of the Hebrew name Ezekiel, which means 'God strengthens.' The name has biblical roots, appearing in the Old Testament as a prophet. In modern times, Zeke has gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a standalone name. It reflects a trend towards shorter, more casual names.
Trend Summary
Zeke has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zek
- Zeke
International Variants
- Ezequiel (Spanish)
- Zekiel (Dutch)
Famous people named Zeke
Zeke Bratkowski was a professional American football player known for his role as a quarterback in the NFL.
Zeke Elliott is an American football running back who has played for the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL.
Zeke Smith is a reality television personality known for his participation in the show Survivor.
Zeke Plesac is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who played for the Cleveland Indians.
Fictional characters named Zeke
Zeke Yeager is a character in the anime series Attack on Titan, known for his role as a key antagonist.
Zeke the Plumber is a character from the animated series Ren & Stimpy, known for his creepy persona.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zeke was first seen in the United States in 1880. Zeke has ranked as high as #945 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Zeke has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zeke (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 34 | |
| CA | 32 | |
| FL | 23 | |
| MI | 19 | |
| VA | 16 | |
| PA | 16 | |
| IL | 15 | |
| NY | 11 | |
| OH | 11 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| AZ | 10 | |
| TN | 10 | |
| UT | 10 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| NC | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1898 | 8 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 14 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 19 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 14 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 22 |
| 1971 | 26 |
| 1972 | 25 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 29 |
| 1975 | 39 |
| 1976 | 30 |
| 1977 | 38 |
| 1978 | 41 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1980 | 35 |
| 1981 | 35 |
| 1982 | 26 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 43 |
| 1989 | 60 |
| 1990 | 52 |
| 1991 | 49 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1993 | 39 |
| 1994 | 55 |
| 1995 | 36 |
| 1996 | 57 |
| 1997 | 43 |
| 1998 | 49 |
| 1999 | 54 |
| 2000 | 88 |
| 2001 | 92 |
| 2002 | 108 |
| 2003 | 103 |
| 2004 | 96 |
| 2005 | 122 |
| 2006 | 103 |
| 2007 | 112 |
| 2008 | 124 |
| 2009 | 155 |
| 2010 | 184 |
| 2011 | 205 |
| 2012 | 244 |
| 2013 | 251 |
| 2014 | 325 |
| 2015 | 359 |
| 2016 | 397 |
| 2017 | 425 |
| 2018 | 405 |
| 2019 | 407 |
| 2020 | 384 |
| 2021 | 450 |
| 2022 | 459 |
| 2023 | 429 |
| 2024 | 358 |