Zarek is an uncommon given name of Slavic origin, specifically from Poland and other Slavic countries. It is derived from the Polish word 'Zarek', which means 'thunder'. This name has gained some international recognition due to its use by a few notable figures, such as Zarek Silva, a Brazilian model, and Zarek Valentin, an American musician. Despite its thunderous origin, Zarek is often associated with uniqueness and rarity rather than power or strength. It has not traditionally been among the most popular names in English-speaking countries but continues to be used occasionally, perhaps due to its distinctive sound and meaning.
"Zarek's popularity peaked around the late 1990s with a high of 52 births in 1999 and remained relatively stable until the mid-2010s, reaching another peak of 50 births in 2014. However, since then there has been a steady decline, with only 10 births recorded in 2022."