"God has remembered"
Origin: Hebrew Zekharyahu
Language: English
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"YHWH remembers"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Zakhar
Zakhar is the Russian and Ukrainian form of Zacharias, which derives from the Hebrew Zekharyahu, meaning God has remembered or YHWH remembers. The name appears in the Old Testament through numerous figures, most notably the prophet Zechariah. As it passed through Greek as Zacharias and then into Slavic languages as Zakhar, the name retained its powerful theological meaning — a reminder that Gods memory is perfect and that the bearer is held in divine remembrance.
Zakhar remains a common traditional name in Russia and Ukraine, where it has been used since the Christianization of the Kievan Rus in the 10th century. It is less common than the English Zachary in Western countries but is increasingly chosen by parents wanting a Slavic-rooted alternative to the popular Zach/Zachary names.
In the Russian Orthodox Church, Zakhar (Захарий) is a recognized saints name with multiple feast days. The name carries particular weight in Ukrainian culture, where it has been borne by numerous historical figures and represents cultural continuity with pre-Soviet heritage.
Historical Record
Zakhar first appeared in US Social Security records in 2011.
Over 53 babies have been named Zakhar in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zakhar is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #6,581 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Book of Zechariah in the Old Testament contains some of the most dramatic prophetic visions in the Bible
- Zakhar Berkut is a beloved character from a famous 13th-century Ukrainian novel by Ivan Franko
Zakhar in Other Languages
Greek
Ζαχαρίας
Hebrew
זְכַרְיָה (Zekharyah)
Russian
Захар
Spanish
Zacarías
Ukrainian
Захарій
Popularity Over Time
#6,581
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Zakhar
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Zakhar Prilepin
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1975
Russian novelist and political figure, one of Russias most prominent contemporary writers
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Zakhar Berkut Fictional
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Legendary fictional hero of medieval Ukraine from Ivan Frankos 1882 historical novel
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,581
- Total SSA Count
- 13
- Cultural Origins
- Russian Ukrainian Jewish Slavic
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Zakha
Zak
Khar
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zakhar
What does the name Zakhar mean?
"God has remembered" (from Hebrew Zekharyahu). "YHWH remembers" (from Hebrew). Zakhar is the Russian and Ukrainian form of Zacharias, which derives from the Hebrew Zekharyahu, meaning God has remembered or YHWH remembers. The name appears in the Old Testament through numerous figures, most notably the prophet Zechariah. As it passed through Greek as Zacharias and then into Slavic languages as Zakhar, the name retained its powerful theological meaning — a reminder that Gods memory is perfect and that the bearer is held in divine remembrance.
What is the origin of the name Zakhar?
Zakhar has Hebrew Zekharyahu, Hebrew, Russian, Ukrainian, Jewish, and Slavic origins. In Hebrew Zekharyahu, it means "God has remembered". In Hebrew, it means "YHWH remembers".
Is Zakhar a boy or girl name?
Zakhar is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Zakhar?
Zakhar is currently ranked #6581 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Zakhar?
Common nicknames for Zakhar include Zakha, Zak, and Khar.
What are good middle names for Zakhar?
Popular middle name pairings include Zakhar Ivan, Zakhar Nikolai, Zakhar Alexander, Zakhar Alexei, Zakhar Michael, and Zakhar David.
What are good sibling names for Zakhar?
Names that pair well with Zakhar as siblings include Nikita, Artem, Dmytro, Oksana, Darya, and Natalia.
How many syllables does Zakhar have?
Zakhar has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Zakhar a common or rare name?
Zakhar is an uncommon name, ranked #6581 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Zakhar
Zakhar is a boy name with Russian, Ukrainian, Jewish, and Slavic origins . The name means "God has remembered" in Hebrew Zekharyahu .
Zakhar is currently ranked #6,581 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Zakhar has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Zakhar include Zakha, Zak, and Khar. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Zakhar include Zakhi, Zakhari . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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