"God has remembered"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Zakariah
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Meaning & Origin
"remembered by God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Zakariah
Zakariah is a variant spelling of Zechariah or Zacharias, from the Hebrew Zekharyah, meaning God has remembered or remembered by God. It is composed of the elements zakar meaning to remember and yah, a shortened form of God's name YHWH. The name appears in both the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament, and is also the name of a prophet in Islamic tradition.
Variants of this name have been popular across Jewish, Christian, and Muslim communities for millennia. The spelling Zakariah is more commonly used in Muslim communities, where Zakariyya is a Quranic prophet, while Zachary/Zacharias is favored in Western Christian contexts.
In Islam, Zakariyya (Zechariah) is a revered prophet and the father of John the Baptist. In the Old Testament, Zechariah was a prophet whose book is included in the Bible. This cross-cultural religious significance makes the name meaningful across Abrahamic faiths.
Historical Record
Zakariah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 880 babies have been named Zakariah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zakariah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,450 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Zechariah/Zakariah appears as a prophet in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
- The Book of Zechariah in the Old Testament contains prophecies about the coming of a king riding on a donkey, interpreted as messianic by Christians
Zakariah in Other Languages
Arabic
زكريا
French
Zacharie
Hebrew
זְכַרְיָה
Italian
Zaccaria
Spanish
Zacarías
Popularity Over Time
#3,450
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #3,450
- Total SSA Count
- 34
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Muslim English Christian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Zak
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Zaki
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zakariah
What does the name Zakariah mean?
"God has remembered" (from Hebrew). "remembered by God" (from Hebrew). Zakariah is a variant spelling of Zechariah or Zacharias, from the Hebrew Zekharyah, meaning God has remembered or remembered by God. It is composed of the elements zakar meaning to remember and yah, a shortened form of God's name YHWH. The name appears in both the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament, and is also the name of a prophet in Islamic tradition.
What is the origin of the name Zakariah?
Zakariah has Hebrew, Muslim, English, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "God has remembered". In Hebrew, it means "remembered by God".
Is Zakariah a boy or girl name?
Zakariah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3450. As a girl name, it is ranked #44587. Zakariah is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Zakariah?
Zakariah is currently ranked #3450 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Zakariah?
Common nicknames for Zakariah include Zak, Zack, and Zaki.
What are good middle names for Zakariah?
Popular middle name pairings include Zakariah James, Zakariah David, Zakariah Samuel, Zakariah Elijah, Zakariah Emmanuel, Zakariah Isaiah, and Zakariah John.
What are good sibling names for Zakariah?
Names that pair well with Zakariah as siblings include Elijah, Miriam, Hannah, Isaiah, Naomi, and Josiah.
How many syllables does Zakariah have?
Zakariah has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Zakariah a common or rare name?
Zakariah is an uncommon name, ranked #3450 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Zakariah
Zakariah is a boy name with Hebrew, Muslim, English, and Christian origins . The name means "God has remembered" in Hebrew .
Is Zakariah a boy or girl name? Zakariah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,450 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #44,587. Zakariah is more commonly used as a boy name.
Zakariah is currently ranked #3,450 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Zakariah has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Zakariah include Zak, Zack, and Zaki. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Zakariah include Zakai, Zakari, Zakariya, Zakaria, Zakary . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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