Righteousness of God
Derived from the Hebrew name Tzadkiel, it translates to 'God is my righteousness.' In Jewish and Christian angelology, Zadkiel is often identified as the archangel of mercy, benevolence, and memory.
Less common today
Zadkiel isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,589 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
An angel and recurring character in the supernatural comic book universe Β· DC Comics
An archangel appearing in various fantasy literature and role-playing games Β· Shin Megami Tensei