"God has remembered, remembered by God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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Meaning & Origin
"the Lord remembers"
Origin: Biblical Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Zakari
Zakari is a variant spelling of Zachary, derived from the Hebrew Zechariah meaning God has remembered or remembered by God. The name combines zakar (to remember) with Yah (short for Yahweh). It is borne by the biblical prophet Zechariah, by Zechariah the father of John the Baptist, and by US President Zachary Taylor.
Zachary (and variants like Zakari) have been consistently popular in the US since the 1980s. The Zakari spelling with a K offers a Middle Eastern or African-influenced aesthetic while preserving the classic sound.
Zechariah/Zachary is venerated in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam (as Zakariyya, father of Yahya or John the Baptist). This cross-faith significance makes Zakari unusually versatile as a name with meaning across multiple religious traditions.
Historical Record
Zakari first appeared in US Social Security records in 1986.
Over 2,264 babies have been named Zakari in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zakari is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,098 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The prophet Zechariah's book is the second-longest of the Twelve Minor Prophets in the Hebrew Bible
- In Islam, Zakariyya is a revered prophet mentioned in the Quran; his shrine is said to be in the Umayyad Mosque in Damascus
Zakari in Other Languages
Greek
Ζαχαριας
Arabic
زكريا
French
Zacharie
German
Zacharias
Hebrew
זכריה
Spanish
Zacarias
Popularity Over Time
#1,098
Current Rank
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Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Zakari
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Zac Efron
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1987
American actor who rose to fame with High School Musical and has starred in Neighbors and The Greatest Showman
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Zachary Taylor
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1784
12th President of the United States and hero of the Mexican-American War
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,098
- Total SSA Count
- 197
- Cultural Origins
- American Christian Muslim African
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Zak
Zaki
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zakari
What does the name Zakari mean?
"God has remembered, remembered by God" (from Hebrew). "the Lord remembers" (from Biblical Hebrew). Zakari is a variant spelling of Zachary, derived from the Hebrew Zechariah meaning God has remembered or remembered by God. The name combines zakar (to remember) with Yah (short for Yahweh). It is borne by the biblical prophet Zechariah, by Zechariah the father of John the Baptist, and by US President Zachary Taylor.
What is the origin of the name Zakari?
Zakari has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, American, Christian, Muslim, and African origins. In Hebrew, it means "God has remembered, remembered by God". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "the Lord remembers".
Is Zakari a boy or girl name?
Zakari is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1098. As a girl name, it is ranked #9009. Zakari is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Zakari?
Zakari is currently ranked #1098 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Zakari?
Common nicknames for Zakari include Zak and Zaki.
What are good middle names for Zakari?
Popular middle name pairings include Zakari James, Zakari Elijah, Zakari Noah, Zakari Isaiah, Zakari Michael, and Zakari Alexander.
What are good sibling names for Zakari?
Names that pair well with Zakari as siblings include Elijah, Isaiah, Naomi, Ezra, Micah, and Selah.
How many syllables does Zakari have?
Zakari has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Zakari a common or rare name?
Zakari is an uncommon name, ranked #1098 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Zakari
Zakari is a boy name with American, Christian, Muslim, and African origins . The name means "God has remembered, remembered by God" in Hebrew .
Is Zakari a boy or girl name? Zakari is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,098 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #9,009. Zakari is more commonly used as a boy name.
Zakari is currently ranked #1,098 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Zakari has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Zakari include Zak and Zaki. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Zakari include Zakai, Zakariya, Zakaria, Zakariah, Zakary . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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