Zac Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAK / zækHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'the Lord has remembered'; English: diminutive of Zachary
Historical & Cultural Background
Zac is often considered a modern diminutive of the name Zachary, which has biblical roots. The name Zachary appears in the Old Testament, associated with the prophet Zechariah. Zac has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the late 20th century. It is frequently used as a casual or friendly form of the name.
Trend Summary
Zac has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zach
- Zachary
International Variants
- Zacharias (Greek)
- Zacarías (Spanish)
- Zacharie (French)
Famous people named Zac
Zac Efron is an American actor and singer known for his role in the 'High School Musical' franchise.
Zac Brown is an American musician and lead singer of the Zac Brown Band, known for their blend of country and rock music.
Zac Posen is an American fashion designer recognized for his elegant and modern designs.
Zac Taylor is an American football coach and former player, currently the head coach of the Cincinnati Bengals.
Fictional characters named Zac
Zac is a character in the animated series 'Zac's Life', where he navigates the challenges of adolescence.
Zac is a character in the video game series 'Zac and Wiki', serving as the main protagonist on a treasure-hunting adventure.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zac was first seen in the United States in 1957. Zac has ranked as high as #1311 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Zac has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zac (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 35 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 34 |
| 2008 | 52 |
| 2009 | 70 |
| 2010 | 83 |
| 2011 | 77 |
| 2012 | 74 |
| 2013 | 63 |
| 2014 | 84 |
| 2015 | 64 |
| 2016 | 74 |
| 2017 | 67 |
| 2018 | 56 |
| 2019 | 50 |
| 2020 | 50 |
| 2021 | 54 |
| 2022 | 47 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 35 |