Zaharia

“God has remembered” — Associated with families of the Zaharia lineage

Romania origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12145US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

65All-time births

📅 Since 199800

What does Zaharia mean and where does it come from?

Zaharia has roots in both Hebrew and Romanian cultures. In Hebrew, Zaharia (זַכַּרְיָה) translates to 'God has remembered', which is a significant biblical meaning often tied to blessings of remembrance and faith. In Romanian, it can be associated with families of the Zaharia lineage, enriching its

Cultural significance

Zaharia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Romania-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #10600 in 2020 — currently #12145 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zaharia?

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

Zaharia Grace

How popular is Zaharia right now?

Rising fast — up 3043 spots — currently #12145 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#12145 · Top 9.0%

2005

2010

2020

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12145	8	▲ up 3043 · +33% births
2021	#15188	6	▼ down 4588 · -33% births
2020	#10600	9	▲ up 3675 · +29% births
2010	#14275	7	▲ up 3700 · +40% births
2005	#17975	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zaharia

Best Year2020Rank #10600

Peak Count9

Average Rank#14037

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20235 years

The story of Zaharia

Zaharia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 65 total births recorded, Zaharia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #17975 in 2005 to #12145 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zaharia in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Zaharia by decade

Zaharia peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	6
2000s	24
2010s ★	26
2020s	9

💎Zaharia has only 65 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zaharia?

Common

ZahZahieZahyAria

What names sound and feel like Zaharia?

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

Zahmaria

Israel · God's completion

Arabic · God has remembered

Zamaria

African · English

Zakharia

Hebrew · The Lord remembers

Zacharia

Israel · The Lord remembers

Zahria

Arabic · Radiant

Common questions about the name Zaharia

What does the name Zaharia mean?

Zaharia means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in Romania 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 Zaharia?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zaharia?

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

What sibling names go well with Zaharia?

Zaharia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Romania heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Zaharia trending right now?

Zaharia is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.