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Ezekiel

ih-ZEE-kee-uhl

Ezekiel (name) means a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God will strengthen," and the name of a biblical prophet. Example: “The Book of Ezekiel is found in the Hebrew Bible.”

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A masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God will strengthen," and the name of a biblical prophet.
"The Book of Ezekiel is found in the Hebrew Bible."
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Etymology

From Koine Greek Ἰεζεκιήλ (Iezekiḗl), from Biblical Hebrew יְחֶזְקֵאל (Y'ḥezqēl, “God strengthens”).

Zeke Ezequiel Yechezkel

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Ezekiel” mean?

The word “Ezekiel” means a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God will strengthen," and the name of a biblical prophet.

How do you pronounce “Ezekiel”?

“Ezekiel” is pronounced ih-ZEE-kee-uhl (/ɪˈziːkiəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “Ezekiel” in a sentence?

Here is “Ezekiel” used in a sentence: “The Book of Ezekiel is found in the Hebrew Bible.”

What part of speech is “Ezekiel”?

“Ezekiel” is a name.

Is “Ezekiel” a common word?

“Ezekiel” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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