Zechariah Name Meaning

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Fact: Zechariah was one of the minor prophets in the Old Testament, known for his visions and prophecies.

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A Deep Dive

Zechariah Overview

Meaning

The Lord has remembered

Gender

Boy

Origin

Hebrew

Etymology

Zechariah is of Hebrew origin, meaning “God remembers.”

Religion

Judaism

Pronunciation

/zɛkəˈraɪə/

Popularity

Zechariah is moderately popular worldwide, often chosen for its strong biblical roots. In the USA, it ranks around 700-800 in recent years.

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

9 letters

Numerology

7 (Analytical, Studious, Knowledgeable)

Name Styles

Religious and Spiritual, Long, Unique

Associated Traits

Wisdom, faithfulness, remembrance

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Zechariah is a prominent biblical name, belonging to several figures, including a prophet and the father of John the Baptist in the New Testament.

Name Day

September 6th
A Deep Dive

Zechariah Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Zachariah, Zacharias, Zecharia

Common Nicknames

Zach, Zack

Diminutives

Zeke, Zee, Zek, Zech, Zekie

Famous People

  • Zechariah Chafee
    (Legal Scholar)
  • Zechariah Fowle
    (Publisher)
  • Zechariah Sitchin
    (Author)
  • Zechariah Anani
    (Activist)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Zechariah
    ("The Book of Zechariah," Biblical Text)
  • Zechariah
    ("Zechariah: A Prophet's Story," TV Series)
  • Zechariah
    ("Zechariah: The Last Prophet," Novel)
  • Zechariah
    ("Zechariah's Dream," Film)
  • Zechariah
    ("The Lost Scrolls of Zechariah," Film)

What Is the Meaning of Zechariah?

Zechariah means “The Lord had remembered” in Hebrew. People with this name are often described as compassionate and empathetic, with a strong sense of justice and a desire to help others.

What Is the Origin of The Name Zechariah?

Zechariah has its origins in Hebrew culture and is derived from the Hebrew name זְכַרְיָה (Zekharyah), meaning “Yahweh remembers.” In the Bible, Zechariah was a prophet and the author of the Book of Zechariah, one of the twelve Minor Prophets.

Zechariah Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Zechariah in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#9892022#9162023
Top 3 Rankings#6352001#6452005#6532010

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Zechariah

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023916
(+73 from 2022)
251
(+24 from 2022)
0.01371
2022989
(-75 from 2021)
227
(-23 from 2021)
0.01212
2021914
(+9 from 2020)
250
(+9 from 2020)
0.01334
2020923
(-107 from 2019)
241
(-37 from 2019)
0.01303
2019816
(-54 from 2018)
278
(-30 from 2018)
0.01447
2018762
(-21 from 2017)
308
(-13 from 2017)
0.01585
2017741
(+8 from 2016)
321
(-3 from 2016)
0.01622
2016749
(-93 from 2015)
324
(-70 from 2015)
0.01600
2015656
(+10 from 2014)
394
(+9 from 2014)
0.01927
2014666
(+3 from 2013)
385
(+25 from 2013)
0.01879
2013669
(-14 from 2012)
360
(-3 from 2012)
0.01782
2012655
(+49 from 2011)
363
(+38 from 2011)
0.01789
2011704
(-51 from 2010)
325
(-44 from 2010)
0.01600
2010653
(+49 from 2009)
369
(+27 from 2009)
0.01796
2009702
(-43 from 2008)
342
(-26 from 2008)
0.01613
2008659
(-1 from 2007)
368
(+4 from 2007)
0.01688
2007658
(+16 from 2006)
364
(+27 from 2006)
0.01643
2006674
(-29 from 2005)
337
(-1 from 2005)
0.01537
2005645
(+17 from 2004)
338
(+30 from 2004)
0.01589
2004662
(+28 from 2003)
308
(+28 from 2003)
0.01457
2003690
(-34 from 2002)
280
(-5 from 2002)
0.01333
2002656
(-21 from 2001)
285
(-10 from 2001)
0.01379
2001635
(+30 from 2000)
295
(+26 from 2000)
0.01426
2000665
(+48 from 1999)
269
(+37 from 1999)
0.01288
1999713
(-17 from 1998)
232
(-8 from 1998)
0.01138
1998696
(+71 from 1997)
240
(+46 from 1997)
0.01184
1997767
(-74 from 1996)
194
(-41 from 1996)
0.00971
1996693
(+69 from 1995)
235
(+34 from 1995)
0.01173
1995762
(-75 from 1994)
201
(-28 from 1994)
0.00999
1994687
(-27 from 1993)
229
(-13 from 1993)
0.01123
1993660
(+39 from 1992)
242
(+26 from 1992)
0.01172
1992699
(+79 from 1991)
216
(+41 from 1991)
0.01029
1991778
(+34 from 1990)
175
(+18 from 1990)
0.00826
1990812
(-8 from 1989)
157
(+4 from 1989)
0.00730
1989804
(+183 from 1988)
153
(+57 from 1988)
0.00730
1988987
(-33 from 1987)
96
(-1 from 1987)
0.00479
1987954
(-29 from 1986)
97
No change from 1986
0.00497
1986925
(+132 from 1985)
97
(+21 from 1985)
0.00505
19851057
(+3 from 1984)
76
(+5 from 1984)
0.00395
19841060
(-32 from 1983)
71
(-3 from 1983)
0.00378
19831028
(+60 from 1982)
74
(+4 from 1982)
0.00397
19821088
(-20 from 1981)
70
(-3 from 1981)
0.00371
19811068
(+119 from 1980)
73
(+14 from 1980)
0.00392
19801187
(+381 from 1979)
59
(+22 from 1979)
0.00318
19791568
(-81 from 1978)
37
(-2 from 1978)
0.00207
19781487
(+156 from 1977)
39
(+6 from 1977)
0.00228
19771643
(-140 from 1976)
33
(-3 from 1976)
0.00193
19761503
(+702 from 1975)
36
(+16 from 1975)
0.00221
19752205
(+153 from 1974)
20
(+3 from 1974)
0.00123
19742358
(+47 from 1973)
17
(+1 from 1973)
0.00104
19732405
(+412 from 1972)
16
(+4 from 1972)
0.00099
19722817
(+1145 from 1971)
12
(+5 from 1971)
0.00072
19713962
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7
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19700
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0.0000
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American States Popularity Rankings for Zechariah

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#7762021#10242022#7682023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#7722021#8822022#7062023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#7732021#7522022#6852023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#8292021#6042022#10722023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#5692021#10352022#12772023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#17962021#11292022#12032023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#8742021#14642022#12762023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#14492021#11282022#6752023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#10022021#9992022#12752023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#7072019#11942020#12442022

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#8242018#9162019#8142020

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#8952021#8242022#10252023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#9222021#10772022#9402023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#8982018#9362021#9042023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#7492016#7512019#8502021

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#6612019#8212022#8182023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#7672017#10642019#8722021

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#9072017#6992018#9362023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#5272015#5292017#7882018

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#6662019#6952021#9012023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#8772021#6872022#8852023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#4452015#7752017#7772018

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#6362017#6322019#6102020

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#7822019#9822020#11882022

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#4402016#5352018#4352021

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#6912016#8862018#7762019

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#7202016#5152018#5912023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3992010#4372011#3482015

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#7742016#7712017#9092020

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#6762013#7052014#6982023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2652007#3372016#2642023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#6182008#5552011#6612016

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#7072013#7132015#5152018

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#5762008#5752011#5312012

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#3211995#4612010

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#3362005

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#5772015

Popularity Rankings for Zechariah in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#4392011

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#5182005

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#11412015#9602016#14032019

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Zechariah a Name for Boys or Girls?

Zechariah is primarily used as a masculine name. It’s rarely used for girls, as it has a strong historical and religious significance tied to male figures in various cultures.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Zechariah

Zechariah in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Zechariah Chafee (Legal Scholar, 1885–1957): An influential American legal scholar recognized for his work on civil liberties and free speech.
  • Zechariah Fowle (Publisher, 1724–1776): An American publisher and bookseller active during the colonial period.
  • Zechariah Sitchin (Author, 1920–2010): A Russian-American author noted for his works on ancient astronauts and extraterrestrial theories.
  • Zechariah Anani (Activist, 1950–2016): A Lebanese-born Canadian activist who spoke out against radical Islam.
  • Zechariah ("The Book of Zechariah," Biblical Text): A prophet whose writings are part of the Hebrew Bible, focusing on visions and prophecies about the restoration of Jerusalem.
  • Zechariah ("Zechariah: A Prophet's Story," 2022 TV Series): Follows the journey of the prophet Zechariah in ancient times, revealing his visions and challenges.
  • Zechariah ("Zechariah: The Last Prophet," 2018 Novel): A fictional retelling of Zechariah's life, exploring his struggles and revelations.
  • Zechariah ("Zechariah's Dream," 2015 Film): A historical drama that brings to life the prophetic visions of Zechariah.
  • Zechariah ("The Lost Scrolls of Zechariah," 2010 Film): A documentary investigating the historical and religious significance of Zechariah's prophecies.
  • None

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