Zakaria Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: zah-KAR-ee-uh /zəˈkɑːriə/
Origin: Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning: Arabic: 'God has remembered'; Hebrew: 'the Lord has remembered'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Zakaria is derived from 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 divine name Yahweh. The name transitioned into Greek as Ζαχαρίας (Zacharias) and later into Latin as Zacharias, before being adopted into various languages, including Arabic as زكريا (Zakariya) and eventually into English.
The name's journey reflects the historical interactions between cultures and languages, particularly through religious texts and translations. Historically, Zakaria is associated with several significant figures, most notably the biblical prophet Zechariah, who is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament.
He is recognized as the father of John the Baptist and is revered in both Christianity and Islam. The name appears in various biblical texts, including the Book of Zechariah, which dates back to the 6th century BCE.
The prominence of biblical figures named Zechariah contributed to the name's enduring presence in religious and cultural contexts. Culturally, the name Zakaria carries connotations of divine remembrance and favor, which resonate deeply in religious traditions.
It is often associated with themes of hope and faith, reflecting the belief in a benevolent deity who remembers and cares for His followers. In Islamic tradition, Zakaria is also recognized as a prophet, and his story is recounted in the Quran, further solidifying the name's significance across different cultures.
The name has various diminutive forms, such as Zak or Zaki, which have been used in different cultures, but the core name Zakaria remains a powerful symbol of remembrance and divine connection.
Famous people named Zakaria
In this section, you will find notable people named Zakaria. 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 Zakaria who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Zakaria who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Zakaria Aboukkas is a footballer best known for playing with FC Utrecht and the Morocco national team.
Zakaria Bakkali is a footballer best known for playing with PSV Eindhoven and the Belgium national team.
Zakaria El Azzouzi is a footballer best known for playing with FC Groningen and the Netherlands youth teams.
Zakaria Labyad is a footballer best known for playing with Sporting CP and the Morocco national team.
Zakaria Pala is a musician best known for his work in the Moroccan music scene.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zakaria was first seen in the United States in 1980.
Zakaria has ranked as high as #1241 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in New York, Minnesota, California, Texas, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Zakaria has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Zakaria 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 Zakaria was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Zakaria (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 |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 20 | |
| NY | 17 | |
| MN | 12 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| VA | 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 Zakaria.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 135 |
| 2023 | 115 |
| 2022 | 89 |
| 2021 | 93 |
| 2020 | 102 |
| 2019 | 108 |
| 2018 | 113 |
| 2017 | 145 |
| 2016 | 107 |
| 2015 | 129 |
| 2014 | 102 |
| 2013 | 124 |
| 2012 | 95 |
| 2011 | 115 |
| 2010 | 123 |
| 2009 | 107 |
| 2008 | 90 |
| 2007 | 69 |
| 2006 | 83 |
| 2005 | 91 |
| 2004 | 72 |
| 2003 | 65 |
| 2002 | 79 |
| 2001 | 55 |
| 2000 | 47 |
| 1999 | 49 |
| 1998 | 43 |
| 1997 | 34 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |