Zacharias Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: zuh-KAR-ee-us //zəˈkɛəriəs//
Origin: Hebrew; Greek
Meaning: Hebrew: 'The Lord has remembered'; Greek: 'God remembers'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Zacharias has its roots in the Hebrew name זְכַרְיָה (Zekharyah), which means "Yahweh has remembered." This name is composed of two elements: "zakar," meaning "to remember," and "Yah," a shortened form of the Tetragrammaton, the biblical name for God. The name transitioned into Greek as Ζαχαρίας (Zacharias) and was later adopted into Latin as Zacharias, before making its way into Old French and eventually into English.
The evolution of the name reflects the linguistic shifts and cultural exchanges that occurred over centuries, particularly during the periods of Hellenistic influence and the Roman Empire. Historically, Zacharias appears in several significant biblical texts.
In the Old Testament, Zacharias is mentioned as a prophet and a priest, notably in the Book of Zechariah, which dates back to the 6th century BCE. In the New Testament, Zacharias is the father of John the Baptist, as described in the Gospel of Luke, which was written in the 1st century CE.
His role in these texts has contributed to the name's enduring presence in Christian tradition. The name also appears in various translations of the Bible, including the King James Version, published in 1611, further solidifying its historical significance.
Culturally, the name Zacharias has been associated with themes of remembrance and divine favor, resonating with the faithful in both Jewish and Christian contexts. The name has inspired various diminutive forms, such as Zach or Zack, which have been used in different cultures.
The legacy of Zacharias is reflected in its use by numerous saints and historical figures, reinforcing its importance in religious and cultural narratives throughout history.
Famous people named Zacharias
In this section, you will find notable people named Zacharias. 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 Zacharias who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Zacharias who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Zacharias Janssen is a Dutch spectacle maker best known for co-inventing the compound microscope.
Zacharias Tanee Fomum is a Cameroonian author and preacher best known for his Christian literature and teachings.
Fictional characters named Zacharias
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Zacharias Smith is a fictional character from the book series Harry Potter. He is a member of Dumbledore's Army and is known for his rivalry with Harry Potter.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zacharias was first seen in the United States in 1930.
Zacharias has ranked as high as #1329 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Zacharias has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Zacharias 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 Zacharias was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Zacharias (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 | |
| NY | 5 |
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 Zacharias.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 32 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2021 | 49 |
| 2020 | 64 |
| 2019 | 61 |
| 2018 | 66 |
| 2017 | 76 |
| 2016 | 94 |
| 2015 | 75 |
| 2014 | 56 |
| 2013 | 49 |
| 2012 | 56 |
| 2011 | 55 |
| 2010 | 48 |
| 2009 | 65 |
| 2008 | 59 |
| 2007 | 48 |
| 2006 | 43 |
| 2005 | 45 |
| 2004 | 57 |
| 2003 | 45 |
| 2002 | 57 |
| 2001 | 42 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 1999 | 43 |
| 1998 | 41 |
| 1997 | 38 |
| 1996 | 44 |
| 1995 | 37 |
| 1994 | 45 |
| 1993 | 53 |
| 1992 | 40 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1988 | 27 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1986 | 26 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1930 | 5 |