Historical FigureJewish
Zedekiah (Biblical King)
Last King of Judah, witnessed fall of Jerusalem
Biography
The last king of Judah before the Babylonian conquest in 586 BCE. He witnessed the destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple during his reign.
Quick Facts
Category
Historical Figure
Nationality
Jewish
Thinking about the name
Zedekiah
Hebrew origin
“From Hebrew meaning 'God is righteous' or 'righteousness of the Lord,' Zedekiah was the last king of Judah before Babylonian exile and a significant figure in biblical history. This name carries dignity, nobility, and spiritual authority—perfect for families honoring both scriptural tradition and historical gravitas.”