"God has remembered"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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Meaning & Origin
"Yahweh remembers"
Origin: Biblical Hebrew
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The Story of Zahari
Zahari is a Slavic and African variant of the Biblical name Zechariah (also spelled Zachary in English), meaning 'God has remembered' or 'Yahweh remembers' in Hebrew, from the roots 'zakar' (to remember) and 'Yah' (God). The name appears throughout the Hebrew Bible, most notably as the prophet Zechariah whose visions fill one of the final books of the Old Testament. In Bulgaria, Zahari is a well-established given name, while in East Africa it carries Swahili-Arabic roots.
Zahari appeals to parents who love the meaning and sound of Zachary or Zacharias but want something less common. It's found across Bulgarian, Ethiopian, and other African communities, and is gaining traction in the US as parents seek international variants of familiar Biblical names.
Zechariah figures prominently in both Judaism and Christianity — in the New Testament, Zechariah (Zahari's father) was John the Baptist's father, who was struck mute for his disbelief before John's birth. In the Hebrew Bible, the prophet Zechariah authored apocalyptic visions. In Bulgaria, Zahari has been a respected given name for centuries.
Historical Record
Zahari first appeared in US Social Security records in 2009.
Over 194 babies have been named Zahari in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zahari is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #4,577 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Zechariah (the root name) appears over 30 times in the Hebrew Bible
- Zahari is a traditional Bulgarian name celebrated on Saint Zahariy's Day
- The Arabic form Zakariya is also the name associated with John the Baptist's father in Islamic tradition
Zahari in Other Languages
Greek
Ζαχαρίας (Zacharias)
Arabic
زكريا (Zakariya)
Hebrew
זְכַרְיָה (Zechariah)
Amharic
ዘካርያስ
Russian
Захарий
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Famous People Named Zahari
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Zahari Stoianov
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1850
Bulgarian writer and historian, one of the most important figures of the Bulgarian National Revival
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Zechariah (Prophet)
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Biblical prophet and author of the Book of Zechariah in the Hebrew Bible, ancestor of the name Zahari
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,577
- Total SSA Count
- 22
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Bulgarian Arabic African
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zahari
What does the name Zahari mean?
"God has remembered" (from Hebrew). "Yahweh remembers" (from Biblical Hebrew). Zahari is a Slavic and African variant of the Biblical name Zechariah (also spelled Zachary in English), meaning 'God has remembered' or 'Yahweh remembers' in Hebrew, from the roots 'zakar' (to remember) and 'Yah' (God). The name appears throughout the Hebrew Bible, most notably as the prophet Zechariah whose visions fill one of the final books of the Old Testament. In Bulgaria, Zahari is a well-established given name, while in East Africa it carries Swahili-Arabic roots.
What is the origin of the name Zahari?
Zahari has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, Bulgarian, Arabic, and African origins. In Hebrew, it means "God has remembered". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "Yahweh remembers".
Is Zahari a boy or girl name?
Zahari is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4577. As a girl name, it is ranked #5199. Zahari is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Zahari?
Zahari is currently ranked #4577 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Zahari?
Common nicknames for Zahari include Zah, Hari, and Zari.
What are good middle names for Zahari?
Popular middle name pairings include Zahari James, Zahari Cole, Zahari Elias, Zahari Leon, Zahari Marcus, Zahari Dean, and Zahari Kai.
What are good sibling names for Zahari?
Names that pair well with Zahari as siblings include Ezekiel, Malachi, Zara, Amara, Levi, Soleil, and Khalil.
How many syllables does Zahari have?
Zahari has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Zahari a common or rare name?
Zahari is an uncommon name, ranked #4577 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Zahari
Zahari is a boy name with Hebrew, Bulgarian, Arabic, and African origins . The name means "God has remembered" in Hebrew .
Is Zahari a boy or girl name? Zahari is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,577 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #5,199. Zahari is more commonly used as a boy name.
Zahari is currently ranked #4,577 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Zahari has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Zahari include Zah, Hari, and Zari. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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