"God has remembered"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Zachariah
Pronunciation: [ z-ak-er-EYE-uh ]
Boy Name
#570 Most Popular
Steady
4 Syllables
A prophetic Hebrew name meaning God has not forgotten
Hebrew
English
Christian
Classic
Literary
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Meaning & Origin
"Yahweh remembers"
Origin: Biblical Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
The Story of Zachariah
Zachariah is an anglicized form of the Hebrew Zechariah (זְכַרְיָה), composed of 'zakar' (to remember) and 'Yah' (a short form of Yahweh, the divine name), meaning 'God has remembered'. In the Bible, Zechariah was a Hebrew prophet who wrote one of the most mystical and visionary prophetic books. In the New Testament, Zechariah (Zacharias) is the father of John the Baptist.
Zachariah is the longer, more formal Biblical variant of the popular Zachary. In the US, Zachary dominated in the 1980s-1990s partly due to President Zachary Taylor, while Zachariah has attracted parents seeking a more elaborate, prophetic-feeling alternative with deeper Biblical resonance.
The prophet Zechariah wrote a book full of vivid apocalyptic visions and messianic prophecy, and in the New Testament Zechariah is struck speechless by the angel Gabriel for doubting the news of his son John's birth. In Islam, Zakariya is a revered prophet. These associations give the name profound weight across all Abrahamic traditions.
Fun Facts
- The Book of Zechariah is the longest of the twelve minor prophets in the Hebrew Bible
- In Islam, Zakariya (Zechariah) is a revered prophet and the father of Yahya (John the Baptist)
- Zachary Taylor, 12th US President, helped popularize the shorter form Zachary throughout America
Zachariah in Other Languages
Greek
Ζαχαριας
Arabic
زكريا (Zakariya)
French
Zacharie
Hebrew
זְכַרְיָה (Zechariah)
Spanish
Zacarias
Famous People Named Zachariah
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Zachary Taylor
Politician
1784
12th President of the United States, hero of the Mexican-American War, who died after only 16 months in office
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Zechariah (Hebrew prophet)
Religious
Hebrew prophet who wrote the Book of Zechariah, containing apocalyptic visions and messianic prophecy
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Zachariah (Supernatural) Fictional
Other
A recurring antagonistic angel character in the TV series Supernatural
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #570
- Total SSA Count
- 512
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew English Christian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Zach
Zack
Zak
Riah
Pairs Well With
Zachariah James
Zachariah Cole
Zachariah Thomas
Zachariah Eli
Zachariah Grant
Zachariah David
Zachariah Elias
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Zachariah is also used as a girl name, ranked #58099.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zachariah
What does the name Zachariah mean?
"God has remembered" (from Hebrew). "Yahweh remembers" (from Biblical Hebrew). Zachariah is an anglicized form of the Hebrew Zechariah (זְכַרְיָה), composed of 'zakar' (to remember) and 'Yah' (a short form of Yahweh, the divine name), meaning 'God has remembered'. In the Bible, Zechariah was a Hebrew prophet who wrote one of the most mystical and visionary prophetic books. In the New Testament, Zechariah (Zacharias) is the father of John the Baptist.
What is the origin of the name Zachariah?
Zachariah has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, English, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "God has remembered". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "Yahweh remembers".
Is Zachariah a boy or girl name?
Zachariah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #570. As a girl name, it is ranked #58099. Zachariah is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Zachariah?
Zachariah is pronounced z-ak-er-EYE-uh.
How popular is the name Zachariah?
Zachariah is currently ranked #570 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Zachariah?
Common nicknames for Zachariah include Zach, Zack, Zak, and Riah.
What are good middle names for Zachariah?
Popular middle name pairings include Zachariah James, Zachariah Cole, Zachariah Thomas, Zachariah Eli, Zachariah Grant, Zachariah David, and Zachariah Elias.
What are good sibling names for Zachariah?
Names that pair well with Zachariah as siblings include Jeremiah, Elijah, Abigail, Micah, Hannah, Isaiah, and Miriam.
How many syllables does Zachariah have?
Zachariah has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Zachariah a common or rare name?
Zachariah is moderately common, ranked #570 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
About the Name Zachariah
Zachariah is a boy name with Hebrew, English, and Christian origins . The name means "God has remembered" in Hebrew .
Is Zachariah a boy or girl name? Zachariah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #570 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #58,099. Zachariah is more commonly used as a boy name.
Zachariah is currently ranked #570 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Zachariah has 4 syllables and is pronounced z-ak-er-EYE-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Zachariah include Zach, Zack, Zak, and Riah. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Zachariah include Zachary, Zach, Zachery, Zacharias . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.