Zakariya

“God has remembered”

Arabic origin · Unisex name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#971US 2023

1.2kBirths / yr

→Stable

1.8kAll-time births

📅 Since 200000

How to pronounce Zakariya

ZAK·AH·ree·YAH

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

“God has remembered”

Arabic origin · Unisex name

What does Zakariya mean and where does it come from?

Zakariya is a variant of the name Zachariah, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'Yahweh has remembered'. Though primarily recognized as a male name, it can occasionally be used for females in contemporary contexts. In Islamic tradition, Zakariya is the name of a prophet mentioned in the Quran, recogni

Cultural significance

Zakariya has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god has remembered.

Peak popularity

Reached #7882 in 2000 — currently #971 in the US.

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How else can you spell Zakariya?

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

What middle names flow best with Zakariya?

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

Zakariya Grace

How popular is Zakariya right now?

Holding steady — currently #971 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#971 · Top 0.72%

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2021

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#971	1,229	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#976	1,209	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#981	1,179	▲ up 16291 · +23480% births
2015	#17272	5	▼ down 1912 · -17% births
2005	#15360	6	▼ down 7478 · -54% births
2000	#7882	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zakariya

Best Year2023Rank #971

Peak Count1,229

Average Rank#7240

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20236 years

The story of Zakariya

Zakariya is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2000. With 1,798 total births recorded, Zakariya remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7882 in 2000 to #971 in 2023. Zakariya is used for both genders: 3% female and 97% male.

Names that peaked alongside Zakariya in 2000:

Emily Hannah Madison Ashley Sarah

Zakariya by decade

Zakariya peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	8
1990s	135
2000s	493
2010s ★	1,037
2020s	125

💎With 1,798 total births, Zakariya is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Zakariya?

ENGLISH

ZacZachZackZak

FINNISH

SakkeSaku

BULGARIAN

ZaharinaZaharinkaZara

MACEDONIAN

ZaharinaZaharinka

Famous people named Zakariya

Zakariya (Sufi mystic)

Zakariya used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Zakariya (historical Arab ruler)

Zakariya held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Zakariya (Sufi mystic)

Zakariya used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Zakariya (Islamic scholar)

Zakariya bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

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What names sound and feel like Zakariya?

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

Zakariyya

Arabic · God has remembered

Zackariya

Arabic · God has remembered

Hebrew · זַמַּרְיָה (Zamariyah), meaning

Jamariya

Arabic · gift from God

Jazariya

Arabic · One who brings

Lamariya

Arabic · the shining one,

How is Zakariya written in other languages?

زَكَرِيّا

Arabic

Gender variants of Zakariya

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

Common questions about the name Zakariya

What does the name Zakariya mean?

Zakariya means "God has remembered" — a name rooted in Arabic 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 Zakariya?

Zakariya is currently ranked #971 as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Zakariya?

Zakariya originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic 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 Zakariya?

Zakariya is a four-syllable name pronounced Z AE1 K AA1 R IY0 Y AA1. 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 Zakariya?

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