Zacheus

Hebrew, form of Zechariah

"the Lord has remembered"

Zacheus Origin and Meaning

The name Zacheus is a boy's name.

Zacheus is a masculine name with ancient biblical roots, being a variant spelling of Zacchaeus, who appears in the New Testament as a tax collector who encountered Jesus. The name derives from Hebrew, meaning 'pure' or 'innocent.' This spelling variation maintains the historical and religious connections while slightly simplifying the traditional form. Zacheus offers parents a way to honor biblical tradition while using a somewhat less common variant than the popular Zachary, which shares the same Hebrew root. Though never widely used, Zacheus has maintained consistent, if minimal, usage throughout history, particularly in religious communities. The name carries connotations of spiritual transformation and redemption based on its biblical associations.