Zacchaeus Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzah-KAY-us / /zəˈkeɪəs/Hebrew; English
Meaning
pure; innocent (Hebrew); derived from the biblical figure (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
Zacchaeus is of Hebrew origin, derived from the name זַכַּי (Zakkai), meaning 'pure' or 'innocent.' In the New Testament, Zacchaeus is a tax collector who encounters Jesus, symbolizing redemption and transformation. The name has also been adopted in English-speaking cultures, often associated with the biblical narrative.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zac
- Zach
- Zachary
International Variants
- Zacarias (Spanish)
- Zacharias (Greek)
- Zaccheo (Italian)
Famous people named Zacchaeus
Zacchaeus — biblical figure.
Fictional characters named Zacchaeus
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zacchaeus was first seen in the United States in 1974. Zacchaeus has ranked as high as #1250 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Zacchaeus has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zacchaeus (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 40 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 35 |
| 1996 | 40 |
| 1997 | 43 |
| 1998 | 59 |
| 1999 | 54 |
| 2000 | 68 |
| 2001 | 56 |
| 2002 | 51 |
| 2003 | 71 |
| 2004 | 66 |
| 2005 | 63 |
| 2006 | 64 |
| 2007 | 63 |
| 2008 | 52 |
| 2009 | 58 |
| 2010 | 59 |
| 2011 | 66 |
| 2012 | 60 |
| 2013 | 51 |
| 2014 | 46 |
| 2015 | 49 |
| 2016 | 42 |
| 2017 | 47 |
| 2018 | 43 |
| 2019 | 57 |
| 2020 | 63 |
| 2021 | 38 |
| 2022 | 40 |
| 2023 | 68 |
| 2024 | 46 |