"God has remembered"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Zach
Pronunciation: [ z-AK ]
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Short, sharp, and meaning 'God has remembered'
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"remembered by the Lord"
Origin: Biblical Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Zach
Zach is a short form of Zachary or Zachariah, from the Hebrew Zekharyah meaning 'God has remembered' or 'remembered by God.' The name appears prominently in the Hebrew Bible, borne by multiple prophets and kings. It entered English via the Greek Zacharias and became especially popular in English-speaking countries as a standalone name in the late 20th century.
While Zachary peaked in the US around 1994 when it was a top-10 name, the standalone Zach emerged as a sleek, modern alternative preferred by parents wanting a short, punchy name. It gained traction in the 2000s and 2010s as single-syllable names became fashionable.
Zach (and its variants Zac and Zack) became emblematic of a certain Generation X and Millennial cool, popularized by teen idols and athletes. The name feels effortlessly casual yet complete.
Historical Record
Zach first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 2,696 babies have been named Zach in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zach is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,431 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Zach is one of the few one-syllable Z-names that works as a complete given name rather than just a nickname
- Zachary was a top-10 US name in 1994, contributing to Zach becoming a standalone name
Zach in Other Languages
Arabic
زكريا
French
Zacharie
German
Zacharias
Hebrew
זָכַר
Spanish
Zacarías
Popularity Over Time
#2,431
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #2,431
- Total SSA Count
- 57
- Cultural Origins
- English American Australian Israeli
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zach
What does the name Zach mean?
"God has remembered" (from Hebrew). "remembered by the Lord" (from Biblical Hebrew). Zach is a short form of Zachary or Zachariah, from the Hebrew Zekharyah meaning 'God has remembered' or 'remembered by God.' The name appears prominently in the Hebrew Bible, borne by multiple prophets and kings. It entered English via the Greek Zacharias and became especially popular in English-speaking countries as a standalone name in the late 20th century.
What is the origin of the name Zach?
Zach has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, English, American, Australian, and Israeli origins. In Hebrew, it means "God has remembered". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "remembered by the Lord".
Is Zach a boy or girl name?
Zach is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Zach?
Zach is pronounced z-AK.
How popular is the name Zach?
Zach is currently ranked #2431 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Zach?
Popular middle name pairings include Zach Thomas, Zach Alexander, Zach Michael, Zach James, Zach William, Zach Owen, and Zach Elliott.
What are good sibling names for Zach?
Names that pair well with Zach as siblings include Jake, Josh, Emma, Lily, Noah, Chloe, and Ethan.
How many syllables does Zach have?
Zach has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Zach a common or rare name?
Zach is an uncommon name, ranked #2431 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Zach
Zach is a boy name with English, American, Australian, and Israeli origins . The name means "God has remembered" in Hebrew .
Zach is currently ranked #2,431 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Zach has 1 syllable and is pronounced z-AK, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Zach include Zachary, Zachariah, Zack, Zackary, Zaccai . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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