Zedekiah
Righteousness of the Lord
Pronunciation: zeh-deh-KY-uh (/zɛdɪˈkaɪə/)
What does Zedekiah mean?
From Hebrew 'zedek' (righteous) + 'yah' (God). Signifies 'the righteousness of God' or 'justice of the Lord'.
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Numerology & personality
Those with 5 as their life path number often display versatility, resourcefulness, and adaptability.
Spiritual & cultural context
Symbolizes devotion to God's justice and righteousness.
The name "Zedekiah" is significant in Jewish and Christian history as it is the name of two prominent figures in the Bible. The first, and most notably, is the last king of Judah before the Babylonian exile in 586 BC. King Zedekiah's reign was marked by disobedience to God and eventual capture by Nebuchadnezzar, which led to the downfall of the Judean monarchy and the beginning of the Babylonian exile. The name "Zedekiah" thus came to symbolize royalty, leadership, and the consequences of disobedience to God in biblical and Jewish culture.
Scriptural & traditional roots
Biblical scripture: 2 Kings (2 Kings 24:17)
Popularity of Zedekiah by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | IT | 83 | 2024 |
| United States | US | 52 | 2024 |
| France | FR | 60 | 2024 |
| Germany | DE | 50 | 2024 |