King vs Hezekiah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

King Rank #343
Hezekiah Rank #491

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #491 for Hezekiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is King or Hezekiah more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Hezekiah at #491 in the United States.

What do King and Hezekiah mean?

King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin). Hezekiah means "God strengthens, Yahweh is my strength" (Hebrew origin).

Are King and Hezekiah boy or girl names?

King is primarily a boy name. Hezekiah is primarily a boy name.

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