Zackariah
2025 SSA
About Zackariah
Zackariah is a masculine name, an alternative spelling of Zechariah or Zachariah, with Hebrew origins meaning 'God has remembered.' This biblical name appears in both the Old and New Testaments, most notably as a prophet and as the father of John the Baptist. The 'Zack' spelling at the beginning gives this variant a more contemporary feel than traditional spellings, while still honoring its ancient roots. While less common than Zachary, this longer form has appealed to parents seeking a name with religious significance and a distinctive quality. The name combines strength and historical depth with an accessible nickname option in 'Zack.'
Pronounced zak-uh-RY-uh.
As of October 2026, Zackariah ranked #4536 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2256 in 1993.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,453 | 32 | 16.7 |
| 2015 | #2,916 | 41 | 21.4 |
| 2016 | #3,986 | 27 | 14.2 |
| 2017 | #3,673 | 30 | 16.2 |
| 2018 | #3,989 | 27 | 14.9 |
| 2019 | #3,257 | 36 | 20.1 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | #3,810 | 29 | 16.6 |
| 2022 | #4,696 | 22 | 12.6 |
| 2023 | #4,736 | 22 | 12.9 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | #4,536 | 23 | 13.5 |
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