Zackary Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ZAK-uh-ree /ˈzækəri/
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God has remembered; English: variant of Zachary
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Zackary is derived from the Hebrew name Zechariah, which means "Yahweh has remembered." The name Zechariah itself is composed of two elements: "zechar," meaning "to remember," and "Yah," a shortened form of the Tetragrammaton, the biblical name for God. This name transitioned through various languages, including Greek as Zacharias and Latin as Zacharias, before evolving into its Anglicized form, Zackary, in English-speaking contexts.
The name has also been rendered as Zachary, which is more commonly used today, but Zackary retains its distinct phonetic appeal. Historically, the name Zechariah appears in the Hebrew Bible, notably as the name of several figures, including a prophet and a king of Judah.
The most prominent biblical Zechariah is the prophet who authored the Book of Zechariah, which is part of the Twelve Minor Prophets, dating back to the 6th century BCE. His writings are significant for their apocalyptic themes and messianic prophecies, contributing to the name's enduring legacy in religious contexts.
The name also appears in the New Testament, where Zechariah is the father of John the Baptist, further solidifying its importance in Christian tradition. Culturally, the name Zackary, along with its variants, has been associated with themes of remembrance and divine favor, resonating deeply within Jewish and Christian communities.
The name's biblical roots lend it a sense of historical weight and significance, often evoking notions of faith and hope. Additionally, diminutive forms such as Zack or Zac have emerged, providing a more casual and affectionate alternative while maintaining the name's original essence.
The enduring nature of Zackary reflects a broader trend of names that carry historical and religious significance, ensuring their continued relevance across generations.
Famous people named Zackary
In this section, you will find notable people named Zackary. 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 Zackary who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Zackary Drucker is a producer and artist best known for Transparent, The Lady and the Dale, and The Birth of a Nation.
Zackary Levi is an actor best known for Chuck, Shazam!, and Tangled.
Fictional characters named Zackary
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Zackary is a fictional character from the animated series The Amazing World of Gumball. He is a student at Elmore Junior High and is known for his laid-back attitude and friendship with the main characters.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zackary was first seen in the United States in 1921.
Zackary has ranked as high as #472 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Ohio, and Michigan.
In the past 5 years the name Zackary has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Zackary 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 Zackary 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 Zackary.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 116 | 116 | 0 |
| 2024 | 131 | 131 | 0 |
| 2023 | 146 | 146 | 0 |
| 2022 | 159 | 159 | 0 |
| 2021 | 205 | 205 | 0 |
| 2020 | 177 | 177 | 0 |
| 2019 | 191 | 191 | 0 |
| 2018 | 208 | 208 | 0 |
| 2017 | 252 | 252 | 0 |
| 2016 | 314 | 314 | 0 |
| 2015 | 321 | 321 | 0 |
| 2014 | 435 | 435 | 0 |
| 2013 | 467 | 467 | 0 |
| 2012 | 523 | 523 | 0 |
| 2011 | 600 | 600 | 0 |
| 2010 | 696 | 696 | 0 |
| 2009 | 834 | 834 | 0 |
| 2008 | 870 | 870 | 0 |
| 2007 | 950 | 950 | 0 |
| 2006 | 998 | 998 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1,066 | 1,066 | 0 |
| 2004 | 1,105 | 1,105 | 0 |
| 2003 | 1,169 | 1,169 | 0 |
| 2002 | 1,275 | 1,275 | 0 |
| 2001 | 1,386 | 1,386 | 0 |
| 2000 | 1,351 | 1,351 | 0 |
| 1999 | 1,359 | 1,359 | 0 |
| 1998 | 1,345 | 1,345 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1,203 | 1,203 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1,239 | 1,239 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1,192 | 1,192 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1,274 | 1,274 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1,213 | 1,213 | 0 |
| 1992 | 1,037 | 1,030 | 7 |
| 1991 | 777 | 777 | 0 |
| 1990 | 743 | 743 | 0 |
| 1989 | 680 | 680 | 0 |
| 1988 | 587 | 587 | 0 |
| 1987 | 460 | 460 | 0 |
| 1986 | 364 | 364 | 0 |
| 1985 | 340 | 340 | 0 |
| 1984 | 264 | 264 | 0 |
| 1983 | 227 | 227 | 0 |
| 1982 | 173 | 173 | 0 |
| 1981 | 146 | 146 | 0 |
| 1980 | 133 | 133 | 0 |
| 1979 | 120 | 120 | 0 |
| 1978 | 85 | 85 | 0 |
| 1977 | 86 | 86 | 0 |
| 1976 | 77 | 77 | 0 |
| 1975 | 50 | 50 | 0 |
| 1974 | 43 | 43 | 0 |
| 1973 | 38 | 38 | 0 |
| 1972 | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| 1971 | 30 | 30 | 0 |
| 1970 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1969 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1968 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1967 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1966 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1965 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1964 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1963 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 1962 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1961 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1960 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1959 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1958 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1957 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1956 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1955 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1954 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1953 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1952 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1951 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1950 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1949 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1921 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Zackary (2024)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 17 | |
| TX | 15 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| NY | 10 | |
| NC | 8 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| WA | 5 |