Dog Names > Zeke

Zeke

Male

Meaning

God Will Strengthen

Origin

Hebrew

Pronunciation

/ziːk/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Zeke, a name with Hebrew roots meaning "God strengthens," is a top-notch choice for your canine companion. It's short, snappy, and easy for dogs to recognize. Plus, it's got a cool, cowboy vibe, like Zeke from High School Musical, who was always cooking up something good. And let's not forget Zeke the Plumber from Salute Your Shorts, a character as unforgettable as your pup will be. So, if you want a name that's strong, memorable, and has a dash of pop culture spice, Zeke is the way to go. It's a name that says, "My dog's got personality!"

Traits associated with the name Zeke:

Dogs named Zeke tend to be loving, good-natured, strong-willed, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and beauty.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Zeke?

Naming your dog Zeke suggests that you have a fondness for traditional, classic names. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to the outdoors, as Zeke is a popular name for hunting dogs.

Is Zeke a good dog name?

Zeke is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Zeke isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Naming your dog Zeke is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Zeke was, in the past month, the 326th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Zeke is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Zeke was viewed 78 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Zeke's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Zeke is most adored in Hawaii, Oregon and Wyoming.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Idaho, Kansas and Nevada.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Zeke.

Zeke is found in these categories:

biblical

Derived from Ezekiel, a prophet in the Old Testament of the Bible.

hunting

Traditionally associated with strength and ruggedness, often chosen for breeds known for their tracking and hunting abilities.

exotic

Uncommon, with roots in Hebrew and a nod to Ezekiel Elliott.

Dog names like Zeke:

Zeus

The king of all gods and men in greek mythology.

Zao

Evil or wicked in Croatian.

Eli

Ascended, uplifted, high

Prince

Royal Son

Zane

God Is Gracious

Zippity

A play on Zip-a-Dee- Doo-Dah, Oscar winning song from Disney's Song of the South.

Comments (1)

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Irini Papadopoulos (South Dakota, United States)

I think Zeke is a very good and cute name for a boy dog
January 02, 2024

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