Zakar Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzah-KAR / /zəˈkɑːr/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
God remembers (Hebrew); to remember (Arabic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, Zakar is derived from the root meaning 'to remember,' often associated with divine remembrance. In Arabic, it conveys a similar meaning of memory, reflecting cultural values around remembrance and legacy.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zachary
- Zach
- Zakarri
International Variants
- Zacar (Spanish)
- Zacharias (Greek)
- Zachary (English)
Famous people named Zakar
Zakar — notable figure in Middle Eastern history.
Zakar — contemporary artist.
Fictional characters named Zakar
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zakar was first seen in the United States in 1998. Zakar has ranked as high as #1354 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Zakar has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zakar
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 8 |