Zakarias

“Yah has remembered”

Greece origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1914US 2023

286Births / yr

→Stable

41All-time births

📅 Since 199900

How to pronounce Zakarias

ZAK·AH·ree·uz

/ˈzæk.ˈɑ.riː.əz/ · stress on ZAK · 4 syllables

“Yah has remembered”

Greece origin · Boy name

What does Zakarias mean and where does it come from?

Zakarias is a variant of the name Zechariah, which is of Hebrew origin and traditionally means 'Yahweh has remembered'. This name is significant in biblical contexts, referring to several figures in the Bible, including a prophet and the father of John the Baptist. The name is commonly used in Greek

Cultural significance

Zakarias has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of yah has remembered.

Peak popularity

Reached #10185 in 2015 — currently #1914 in the US.

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How else can you spell Zakarias?

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

Zackarias

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Zakarias?

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

Zakarias Grace

How popular is Zakarias right now?

Holding steady — currently #1914 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#1914 · Top 1.4%

2015

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1914	286	▲ up 5 · +8% births
2022	#1919	266	▲ up 5 · +13% births
2021	#1924	236	▲ up 8261 · +3271% births
2015	#10185	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zakarias

Best Year2023Rank #1914

Peak Count286

Average Rank#3986

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20234 years

The story of Zakarias

Zakarias is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 41 total births recorded, Zakarias remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10185 in 2015 to #1914 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zakarias in 2015:

Noah Liam Mason Jacob William

Zakarias by decade

Zakarias peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2000s	5
2010s ★	31

💎Zakarias has only 41 total recorded births since 1999 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zakarias?

Common

ZakZakieZakyArias

What names sound and feel like Zakarias?

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

Zacarias

Spanish · The Lord has

Zackarias

Hebrew · the Lord has

Zakarian

Armenia · descendant of Zakaryan

Zakaria

Arabic · God has remembered

Zakariya

Arabic · God has remembered

Zekarias

Israel · זְכַרְיָה - Zekariah,

Azarias

Hebrew · Hebrew

Semarias

Greece · To be serious

Common questions about the name Zakarias

What does the name Zakarias mean?

Zakarias means "Yah has remembered" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Zakarias?

Zakarias is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Zakarias?

Zakarias originates from Greece tradition. Greece 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 Zakarias?

Zakarias is a four-syllable name pronounced Z AE1 K AA1 R IY0 AH0 Z. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Zakarias?

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