Zakar
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Zakar first appeared in US Social Security records in 1998.
Over 104 babies have been named Zakar in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zakar is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #10,777 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #10,777
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Zakar
Zakar is a boy name .
Zakar is currently ranked #10,777 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Zakar include Zak, Zay, Zaie, and Zakkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Zakar include Zakai, Zakari, Zakariya, Zakaria, Zakariah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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