Zachary Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAK-uh-ree / /ˈzæk.ə.ri/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'the Lord has remembered'; English: diminutive form of Zacharias
Historical & Cultural Background
Zachary is derived from the Hebrew name Zechariah, which appears in the Bible. The name has been popular in various cultures, especially in English-speaking countries. It gained significant popularity in the United States during the 20th century. The name is often associated with qualities of remembrance and divine favor.
Trend Summary
Zachary has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1990s and remaining a well-liked name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zach
- Zachy
International Variants
- Zacharias (Greek)
- Zacharie (French)
- Zacarías (Spanish)
Famous people named Zachary
Zachary Taylor was the 12th President of the United States, serving from 1849 until his death in 1850.
Zachary Levi is an American actor known for his role in the television series 'Chuck' and the film 'Shazam!'.
Zachary Quinto is an American actor recognized for his performances in 'Heroes' and 'Star Trek'.
Zachary Gordon is an American actor best known for his role in the 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' film series.
Fictional characters named Zachary
Zachary Smith is a character in the television series 'Lost in Space', known for his role as a young boy in a space-faring family.
Zachary 'Zach' Taylor is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', often portrayed as a humorous and adventurous friend.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zachary was first seen in the United States in 1900. Zachary has ranked as high as #17 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Zachary has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zachary (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 257 | |
| TX | 155 | |
| NY | 139 | |
| FL | 105 | |
| PA | 103 | |
| IL | 85 | |
| MI | 64 | |
| VA | 61 | |
| OH | 52 | |
| MA | 50 | |
| GA | 49 | |
| NC | 40 | |
| WA | 39 | |
| IN | 37 | |
| MN | 37 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 18 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 14 |
| 1916 | 17 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 20 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 20 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1926 | 22 |
| 1927 | 13 |
| 1928 | 14 |
| 1929 | 19 |
| 1930 | 16 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 18 |
| 1938 | 15 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 20 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 15 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 19 |
| 1946 | 49 |
| 1947 | 70 |
| 1948 | 91 |
| 1949 | 107 |
| 1950 | 149 |
| 1951 | 151 |
| 1952 | 171 |
| 1953 | 161 |
| 1954 | 200 |
| 1955 | 280 |
| 1956 | 270 |
| 1957 | 289 |
| 1958 | 237 |
| 1959 | 262 |
| 1960 | 345 |
| 1961 | 369 |
| 1962 | 339 |
| 1963 | 327 |
| 1964 | 333 |
| 1965 | 313 |
| 1966 | 330 |
| 1967 | 364 |
| 1968 | 340 |
| 1969 | 419 |
| 1970 | 559 |
| 1971 | 701 |
| 1972 | 1,001 |
| 1973 | 1,136 |
| 1974 | 1,275 |
| 1975 | 1,688 |
| 1976 | 2,646 |
| 1977 | 2,777 |
| 1978 | 3,129 |
| 1979 | 4,156 |
| 1980 | 4,245 |
| 1981 | 4,846 |
| 1982 | 6,140 |
| 1983 | 7,309 |
| 1984 | 9,065 |
| 1985 | 11,346 |
| 1986 | 11,727 |
| 1987 | 13,203 |
| 1988 | 15,871 |
| 1989 | 18,078 |
| 1990 | 20,432 |
| 1991 | 21,387 |
| 1992 | 24,800 |
| 1993 | 25,537 |
| 1994 | 25,137 |
| 1995 | 23,129 |
| 1996 | 22,368 |
| 1997 | 21,928 |
| 1998 | 20,580 |
| 1999 | 19,982 |
| 2000 | 19,852 |
| 2001 | 18,185 |
| 2002 | 16,622 |
| 2003 | 15,540 |
| 2004 | 13,712 |
| 2005 | 12,288 |
| 2006 | 11,013 |
| 2007 | 10,217 |
| 2008 | 9,235 |
| 2009 | 8,091 |
| 2010 | 7,184 |
| 2011 | 6,810 |
| 2012 | 6,263 |
| 2013 | 5,774 |
| 2014 | 5,187 |
| 2015 | 4,865 |
| 2016 | 4,576 |
| 2017 | 3,821 |
| 2018 | 3,575 |
| 2019 | 3,083 |
| 2020 | 2,726 |
| 2021 | 2,596 |
| 2022 | 2,261 |
| 2023 | 2,122 |
| 2024 | 1,835 |