"God has remembered"
Origin: Hebrew Zechariah
Language: English
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Meaning & Origin
"remembered by God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Zackary
Zackary is a variant spelling of Zachary, which derives from the Hebrew name Zechariah (זְכַרְיָה), composed of 'zakar' (to remember) and 'Yah' (God). The full meaning is 'God has remembered.' The name was borne by numerous figures in the Hebrew Bible, including the prophet Zechariah who authored one of the Old Testament books. The shorter English form Zachary has been in use since medieval times, with Zackary as one of several alternate spellings that emerged in the 20th century.
Zachary (and variant spellings including Zackary) enjoyed enormous popularity in the United States from the 1970s through the 1990s, reaching its peak around 1994 when it was a top-10 boys' name. It has declined steadily since then as the names of that era have fallen out of fashion. The name is now associated with Gen X and Millennial males.
In the Bible, Zechariah/Zacharias was the father of John the Baptist and husband of Elizabeth. He was struck mute by an angel after doubting the prophecy of his son's birth and regained speech when he confirmed the name 'John.' In the Old Testament, the prophet Zechariah received visions that are among the most mystical in scripture. The name has deep resonance in both Jewish and Christian traditions.
Historical Record
Zackary first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 31,457 babies have been named Zackary in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zackary is past its peak , currently ranked #1,417 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Zachary Taylor was the 12th President of the United States (served 1849-1850)
- The Hebrew original Zechariah is both an Old and New Testament name, spanning both scriptures
- Spelling variations include Zachary, Zachery, Zackery, Zakary, and Zackary — parents have long personalized this name
Zackary in Other Languages
Arabic
زكريا
French
Zacharie
German
Zacharias
Hebrew
זְכַרְיָה
Italian
Zaccaria
Spanish
Zacarías
Popularity Over Time
#1,417
Current Rank
Peaked 1994
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Zackary
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Zac Efron
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1987
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1969
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Zachary Taylor
Politician
1784
12th President of the United States, a hero of the Mexican-American War known as 'Old Rough and Ready'
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,417
- Total SSA Count
- 130
- Cultural Origins
- English American Christian Jewish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Zack
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zackary
What does the name Zackary mean?
"God has remembered" (from Hebrew Zechariah). "remembered by God" (from Hebrew). Zackary is a variant spelling of Zachary, which derives from the Hebrew name Zechariah (זְכַרְיָה), composed of 'zakar' (to remember) and 'Yah' (God). The full meaning is 'God has remembered.' The name was borne by numerous figures in the Hebrew Bible, including the prophet Zechariah who authored one of the Old Testament books. The shorter English form Zachary has been in use since medieval times, with Zackary as one of several alternate spellings that emerged in the 20th century.
What is the origin of the name Zackary?
Zackary has Hebrew Zechariah, Hebrew, English, American, Christian, and Jewish origins. In Hebrew Zechariah, it means "God has remembered". In Hebrew, it means "remembered by God".
Is Zackary a boy or girl name?
Zackary is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1417. As a girl name, it is ranked #18810. Zackary is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Zackary?
Zackary is currently ranked #1417 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Zackary?
Common nicknames for Zackary include Zack and Zak.
What are good middle names for Zackary?
Popular middle name pairings include Zackary James, Zackary Thomas, Zackary Michael, Zackary Ryan, Zackary Lee, Zackary Dean, and Zackary Cole.
What are good sibling names for Zackary?
Names that pair well with Zackary as siblings include Tyler, Jordan, Madison, Brittany, Logan, Cody, and Taylor.
How many syllables does Zackary have?
Zackary has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Zackary a common or rare name?
Zackary is an uncommon name, ranked #1417 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Zackary
Zackary is a boy name with English, American, Christian, and Jewish origins . The name means "God has remembered" in Hebrew Zechariah .
Is Zackary a boy or girl name? Zackary is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,417 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #18,810. Zackary is more commonly used as a boy name.
Zackary is currently ranked #1,417 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Zackary has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Zackary include Zack, Zak, and Z. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Zackary include Zack, Zackery, Zackariah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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