Zackaria is a unique and distinctive given name of Hebrew origin. Its meaning is derived from the Hebrew word "zakar," which translates to "remember." In the Bible, Zackaria is the name of several individuals, most notably Zechariah, a prophet who played a significant role in Jewish history.
The name Zackariah first appeared in the Old Testament, where it was borne by various individuals. One of the most prominent figures with this name was Zechariah, son of Berechiah and husband of Elizabeth, cousin to Mary (mother of Jesus). According to biblical accounts, Zechariah was a priest who played an essential role in the announcement of the birth of John the Baptist.
Over time, the name Zackariah evolved into various forms across different cultures. In some cases, it became Zachary or Zakariya, while other variations include Zacarias and Zakarie. However, regardless of its form, the core meaning of "remember" has remained consistent throughout history.
Today, Zackaria is not a particularly common given name, but it continues to be chosen by parents who appreciate its unique sound and rich historical significance. It remains a popular choice among those who wish to give their children a distinctive name with deep biblical roots.
The name Zackaria has seen a varied level of popularity over the past four decades in the United States, with its peak occurring between the years 2005 and 2007.
From 1980 to 1989, there were only five births per year for this name, with no significant increase or decrease. However, starting from 1990, we began to see a rise in popularity, reaching nine births that year, followed by eight births in 1991.
The years between 1992 and 1998 saw fluctuations around an average of nine births per year. But then, beginning in 1999, Zackaria's popularity started to surge significantly, with twelve births recorded that year.
This trend continued throughout the early 2000s, with peaks of thirteen births each year from 2002 to 2004. The name reached its zenith between 2005 and 2007, with seventeen and fifteen births respectively during these years.
However, after 2008, the popularity of Zackaria began to decline again, reaching a low of seven births in 2015. Despite this downturn, there has been some resurgence recently, with thirteen births each year from 2017 to 2022.
In total, over these forty-two years, there have been 368 babies named Zackaria born in the United States. This data reflects the ever-changing trends and preferences in naming children across different periods of time.