NAME PROFILE
Zechariah
Zechariah is a Hebrew name derived from the root word 'zakar,' meaning 'to remember.' This name evokes a sense of divine memory and promise, suggesting a person who is thoughtful, reflective, and possesses a strong sense of faith and purpose.
Key Stats
| Total births | 11,369 |
| Gender | Male (78% / 22%) |
| Peak year | 2015 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1977 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 22%TX — 21%FL — 20%OH — 19%IL — 18%
Notable People
Zechariah (Biblical Prophet, author of the Book of Zechariah) · Zechariah Johnson (American Football player) · Zechariah S. Chafee (American lawyer and legal scholar) · Zechariah (Character in the 'Naruto' series) · Zechariah (a character in various historical and fictional stories)
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