Zakariya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Zakariya originates from Arabic, derived from the Hebrew Zechariah, meaning 'Yahweh has remembered.' It traces its evolution through various historical forms, including Greek and English variants. The name holds religious significance, particularly in Islamic tradition, and has gained popularity in recent times due to its cultural roots. Its biblical relevance connects it to key figures in religious texts.
The name Zakariya is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zakariya 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, 'Zakariya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6816th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2380th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1454th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20768th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 25294th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zakariya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zakariya"
Pronunciation
/zɑː.kɪˈjɑː/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Zakariya is derived from the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Zechariah, meaning 'Yahweh has remembered.' It is often associated with the biblical figure who was the father of John the Baptist.
Meaning
Yahweh has remembered
Language Evolution
Zechariah (Hebrew), Zakariya (Arabic), Zacharias (Greek), Zachary (English)
Biblical Background
The name Zakariya is tied to biblical narratives, particularly through the figure of Zechariah in the New Testament, who was a priest and the father of John the Baptist.
Historical Usage
The name Zakariya gained popularity in Islamic cultures due to its association with the Qur'an, where the Prophet Zakariya is mentioned. Its usage has been prevalent in various cultures primarily since the early medieval period.
Variants & Derivatives
Zachariah, Zachary, Zaki, Zakiya
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Zakariya is viewed positively in many cultures, often associated with religious significance and familial remembrance. It is commonly used in Muslim communities.
Famous People
Zakariya Ibn Muhammad al-Qazwini, a notable Persian geographer and historian., Zakariya Abdul-Karim, a contemporary scholar and activist.
Explore More Zakariya Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zakariya"
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 "Zakariya"
"Zakariya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6816th of 16616 | 82 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2380th of 24088 | 768 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1454th of 23106 | 1,471 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 20768th of 35406 | 36 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 25294th of 30306 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Zakariya" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.48% 1534th/4582 |
37.57% 1940th/5164 |
42.09% 3078th/7313 |
31.13% 2323rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
24.75% 986th/3984 |
24.02% 1078th/4487 |
26.46% 1805th/6822 |
23.17% 1454th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Zakariya" 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 "Zakariya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zakariya" 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.