Zack

“the Lord has remembered”

English origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1289US 2023

149Births / yr

↑Rising

8.3kAll-time births

📅 Since 188000.03% of births at peak

How to pronounce Zack

ZAK

/ˈzæk/ · stress on ZAK · 1 syllable

“the Lord has remembered”

English origin · Boy name

What does Zack mean and where does it come from?

Zack is a diminutive form of the name Zachary, which has Hebrew origins (זְכַרְיָה - Zecharyah). It gained popularity in the English-speaking world through biblical associations. Notable figures include Zachary Taylor, the 12th President of the United States, and Zach Galifianakis, an American actor

Cultural significance

Zack has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the lord has remembered.

Peak popularity

Reached #316 in 1883 — currently #1289 in the US.

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How else can you spell Zack?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Zack?

Zack works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Zack Grace

How popular is Zack right now?

Rising — up 39 spots — currently #1289 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1880–2023#1289 · Top 0.95%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1289	149	▲ up 39 · +5% births
2022	#1328	142	▼ down 56 · -5% births
2021	#1272	150	▲ up 26 · +9% births
2020	#1298	138	▼ down 84 · -9% births
2015	#1214	151	▼ down 247 · -26% births
2010	#967	205	▼ down 38 · +9% births
2005	#929	188	▲ up 91 · +31% births
2000	#1020	143	▲ up 174 · +52% births
1995	#1194	94	▲ up 101 · +29% births
1990	#1295	73	▼ down 25 · +28% births
1985	#1270	57	▲ up 109 · +21% births
1980	#1379	47	▲ up 2 · +18% births
1975	#1381	40	▲ up 168 · +33% births
1970	#1549	30	▲ up 309 · +67% births
1965	#1858	18	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zack

Best Year1900Rank #419

Peak Count205

Average Rank#1197

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202328 years

The story of Zack

Zack has been a beloved American name for over 144 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1880. With 8,296 total births recorded, Zack remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #402 in 1880, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #1289 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zack in 1883:

John William James Charles George

Zack by decade

Zack peaked in the 1880s. See all 1880s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	222
1890s	183
1900s	132
1910s	371
1920s	503
1930s	361
1940s	289
1950s	360
1960s	299
1970s	378
1980s	591
1990s	949
2000s ★	1,870
2010s	1,650
2020s	138

💎With 8,296 total births, Zack is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Zack?

Common

What names sound and feel like Zack?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Zack also consider these

Jack

English · God is gracious

American · a diminutive of

Brack

English · a stream or

Zann

English · English

Zace

American · Variant of 'Zachary',

How is Zack written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Zack?

Zaharina BULGARIAN Zaharinka BULGARIAN Zara BULGARIAN Zaharina MACEDONIAN Zaharinka MACEDONIAN Yahweh THEOLOGY

Common questions about the name Zack

What does the name Zack mean?

Zack means "the Lord has remembered" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Zack?

Zack is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Zack have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Zack?

Zack originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Zack?

Zack is a one-syllable name pronounced Z AE1 K. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

How does Zack sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Zack flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Zack ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.