Zedekiah
zed-uh-KIE-uh
Zedekiah is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Zedekiah means "The Lord is righteousness" or "Justice of the Lord." It is derived from the Hebrew words "tzedek" (righteousness) and "yah" (God).”. It currently ranks #3881 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2019.
What Zedekiah Means
“Zedekiah means "The Lord is righteousness" or "Justice of the Lord." It is derived from the Hebrew words "tzedek" (righteousness) and "yah" (God).”
The Story of Zedekiah
This biblical name, meaning 'The Lord is righteousness,' carries ancient wisdom and the weight of justice, ready for your son.
Zedekiah is a Hebrew name derived from 'tzedek,' meaning 'righteousness,' and 'yah,' meaning 'God.' It translates to 'The Lord is righteousness' or 'Justice of the Lord.' This profound name was borne by the last king of Judah before the Babylonian exile, connecting it to a significant and solemn historical period in the Hebrew Bible.
To speak the name 'Zedekiah' is to invoke a sense of solemn conviction and unwavering principle. When you test it out, it has a gravity that suggests deep thought and a commitment to what is right. This name is for a son you envision with a strong moral compass and a wise heart, someone who stands for justice. You will feel the significance of its meaning every time you write 'Zedekiah' on a birth certificate.
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Numerology
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Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Zedekiah
Last king of Judah before Babylonian exile.
Personality Traits
Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#43 in 2019
Total Births
704
First Recorded
1982
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