Zachari Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: zah-KAR-ee /zəˈkɑːri/
Origin: Hebrew; Greek
Meaning: Hebrew: God remembers; Greek: variant of Zacharias
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Zachari is derived from the Hebrew name Zechariah (זְכַרְיָה), which means "Yahweh has remembered." The name is composed of two elements: "zakar," meaning "to remember," and "Yah," a shortened form of Yahweh, the name of the God of Israel. This name transitioned into Greek as Zacharias (Ζαχαρίας) and was later adopted into Latin as Zacharias, before making its way into Old French and subsequently into English as Zachary.
The variant Zachari may be seen as a modern adaptation or diminutive form of Zachary, reflecting a trend in name variations across cultures and languages. Historically, the name Zachariah is significant in biblical texts, with several notable figures bearing the name.
One of the most prominent is the prophet Zechariah, who is credited with a book in the Old Testament that dates back to the 6th century BCE. His prophecies are considered crucial in the context of Jewish history and eschatology.
Additionally, Zechariah is mentioned in the New Testament as the father of John the Baptist, further cementing the name's importance in Christian tradition. The name has appeared in various translations of the Bible, including the King James Version, which was published in 1611, thereby contributing to its historical resonance in religious contexts.
Culturally, the name Zachari and its variants have been associated with themes of remembrance and divine favor, which have contributed to its enduring presence in various cultures. The name's biblical roots and its connection to significant religious figures have allowed it to maintain a sense of reverence and tradition.
In some cultures, diminutive forms such as Zach or Zack have emerged, reflecting familial affection and familiarity, although these forms are not the primary focus of the name's historical significance.
Famous people named Zachari
In this section, you will find notable people named Zachari. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Zachari who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Zachari Levi is an actor best known for Chuck, Shazam!, and Tangled.
Zachari Smith is a professional footballer best known for playing with various clubs in the English Football League.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zachari was first seen in the United States in 1977.
Zachari has ranked as high as #4994 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, California, Florida, and Georgia.
In the past 5 years the name Zachari has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Zachari is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Zachari was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Zachari.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9 | 9 |
| 2024 | 14 | 14 |
| 2023 | 11 | 11 |
| 2022 | 12 | 12 |
| 2021 | 14 | 14 |
| 2020 | 18 | 18 |
| 2019 | 19 | 19 |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 |
| 2017 | 12 | 12 |
| 2016 | 14 | 14 |
| 2015 | 17 | 17 |
| 2014 | 12 | 12 |
| 2013 | 18 | 18 |
| 2012 | 10 | 10 |
| 2011 | 16 | 16 |
| 2010 | 24 | 24 |
| 2009 | 31 | 31 |
| 2008 | 21 | 21 |
| 2007 | 18 | 18 |
| 2006 | 21 | 21 |
| 2005 | 20 | 20 |
| 2004 | 16 | 16 |
| 2003 | 14 | 14 |
| 2002 | 17 | 17 |
| 2001 | 22 | 22 |
| 2000 | 26 | 26 |
| 1999 | 20 | 20 |
| 1998 | 36 | 36 |
| 1997 | 34 | 34 |
| 1996 | 23 | 23 |
| 1995 | 27 | 27 |
| 1994 | 26 | 26 |
| 1993 | 29 | 29 |
| 1992 | 26 | 26 |
| 1991 | 36 | 36 |
| 1990 | 34 | 34 |
| 1989 | 23 | 23 |
| 1988 | 26 | 26 |
| 1987 | 24 | 24 |
| 1986 | 19 | 19 |
| 1985 | 30 | 30 |
| 1984 | 11 | 11 |
| 1983 | 10 | 10 |
| 1982 | 15 | 15 |
| 1981 | 5 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 | 7 |
| 1979 | 9 | 9 |
| 1977 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Zachari (2021)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |