Zacharias Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zacharias is derived from the Hebrew name Zechariah, meaning 'Yahweh has remembered'. The name has evolved through various languages including Greek and English. It is often associated with biblical figures, particularly in the context of the New Testament. Today, it is considered a classic name with religious connotations and is used in various forms across cultures.
The name Zacharias is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zacharias has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Zacharias' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4387th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2267th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2339th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2334th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Zacharias' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zacharias"
Pronunciation
/zəˈkɛr.i.əs/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Zacharias comes from the Hebrew name 'Zechariah', meaning 'Yahweh has remembered'.
Meaning
Yahweh has remembered
Language Evolution
Zechariah (Hebrew), Zacharias (Greek), Zachary (English)
Biblical Background
Zacharias is a biblical name found in the Old Testament, associated with several figures, including a prophet and the father of John the Baptist.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian tradition during the Middle Ages, particularly among Hebrew-speaking communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Zachary, Zach, Zachariah
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Zacharias is perceived as a traditional and somewhat classic name, often associated with religious and historical significance.
Famous People
Zacharias Janssen, a Dutch spectacle maker, Zacharias of Mytilene, a Christian bishop and theologian
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zacharias"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Zacharias"
"Zacharias" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4387th of 10718 | 89 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2267th of 16616 | 460 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2339th of 24088 | 792 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2334th of 23106 | 698 |
Regional Popularity of "Zacharias" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- |
43.67% 2268th/5194 |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
58.53% 2682nd/4582 |
66.98% 3459th/5164 |
34.30% 2508th/7313 |
34.17% 2550th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
55.85% 2506th/4487 |
31.93% 2178th/6822 |
33.68% 2114th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Zacharias" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zacharias"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zacharias" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.