Boy
Zachariah
remembered by God
About Zachariah
This distinguished name carries a timeless quality that bridges traditional and contemporary naming preferences. Parents seeking a name with substance and character often find themselves drawn to this choice. The full form offers formality for professional settings while providing natural nickname options for everyday use. Zach presents a friendly, approachable alternative, while Zac delivers a more modern, streamlined feel. The name's rhythmic structure—with its emphasis on the first and third syllables—creates a memorable sound pattern. It works exceptionally well across all life stages, maintaining dignity in childhood, strength in adolescence, and gravitas in adulthood. The 'ah' ending softens what might otherwise be a harsh conclusion, adding warmth to its overall impression. Educational settings, sports teams, and professional environments all accommodate this name comfortably. Its length provides presence without becoming unwieldy, and its spelling, while occasionally requiring clarification, remains intuitive enough to avoid constant correction.
Popularity of the Name Zachariah
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | #696 | ||||
| 1973 | #641 | ||||
| 1974 | #640 | ||||
| 1975 | #592 | ||||
| 1976 | #529 | ||||
| 1977 | #483 | ||||
| 1978 | #464 | ||||
| 1979 | #413 | ||||
| 1980 | #403 | ||||
| 1981 | #427 | ||||
| 1982 | #377 | ||||
| 1983 | #381 | ||||
| 1984 | #397 | ||||
| 1985 | #372 | ||||
| 1986 | #372 | ||||
| 1987 | #363 | ||||
| 1988 | #337 | #362 | |||
| 1989 | #334 | #354 | |||
| 1990 | #327 | #263 | |||
| 1991 | #312 | #259 | #464 | ||
| 1992 | #305 | #272 | #434 | ||
| 1993 | #324 | #399 | |||
| 1994 | #320 | #241 | #395 | ||
| 1995 | #332 | #356 | #415 | ||
| 1996 | #347 | #229 | #497 | ||
| 1997 | #358 | #376 | #331 | #516 | |
| 1998 | #373 | #306 | #277 | #446 | #642 |
| 1999 | #383 | #313 | #250 | #493 | |
| 2000 | #374 | #349 | #333 | #646 | |
| 2001 | #387 | #351 | #221 | #513 | #571 |
| 2002 | #395 | #298 | #209 | #586 | #649 |
| 2003 | #380 | #310 | #202 | #499 | #423 |
| 2004 | #419 | #347 | #282 | #621 | |
| 2005 | #409 | #356 | #277 | #659 | #832 |
| 2006 | #416 | #383 | #312 | #590 | |
| 2007 | #437 | #296 | #394 | #373 | #676 |
| 2008 | #439 | #347 | #339 | #598 | #785 |
| 2009 | #429 | #385 | #279 | #882 | #827 |
| 2010 | #445 | #352 | #450 | #489 | #714 |
| 2011 | #459 | #349 | #375 | #726 | #858 |
| 2012 | #431 | #353 | #695 | ||
| 2013 | #399 | #349 | #866 | #826 | |
| 2014 | #445 | #362 | #548 | #777 | |
| 2015 | #417 | #391 | #265 | #840 | |
| 2016 | #436 | #371 | #334 | #882 | #665 |
| 2017 | #441 | #421 | #377 | #845 | #648 |
| 2018 | #484 | #384 | #437 | #672 | |
| 2019 | #474 | #413 | #370 | #893 | #679 |
| 2020 | #522 | #426 | #323 | #799 | |
| 2021 | #543 | #396 | #391 | #727 | |
| 2022 | #528 | #393 | #397 | #744 | |
| 2023 | #585 | #324 | #486 | #926 | #943 |
| 2024 | #568 | #397 | #487 | #766 | |
| 2025 | #538 | #382 | #477 | #773 | #857 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Zachariah
Names Similar to Zachariah
Nicknames for Zachariah
- Zach
- Zac
- Zak
- Chari
- Zacky
Famous People Named Zachariah
| Zachariah Chandler | American politician |
| Zachariah Selwyn | American actor and comedian |
| Zachariah Mampilly | Political scientist |
| Zachariah Eddy | American inventor |
| Zachariah P. Zachariah | Indian-American cardiologist |
| Zachariah Wood | American writer and journalist |
| Zachariah Miller | Australian cricketer |
| Zachariah Smith | British economist |
| Zachariah Rapola | Tanzanian footballer |
| Zachariah George | South African entrepreneur |
| Zachariah Heberlein | American football player |
| Zachariah Pearson | British politician |
| Zachariah Candler | American politician |
| Zachariah Atteberry | American musician |
| Zachariah Gillam | American artist |
| Zachariah Fike | American military officer |
| Zachariah Goldsmith | American rabbi |
| Zachariah Harris | American lawyer and politician |
Characters Named Zachariah
| Zachariah Smith | Babylon 5 |
| Zachariah Rigaud | Little Dorrit |
| Zachariah Cohen | Shadowhunters |
| Zachariah King | Friday Night Lights |
| Zachariah Coney | Uncle Tom's Cabin |
| Zachariah Fowler | Gilmore Girls |
| Zachariah of Delilah | Lord Foul's Bane |
| Zachariah Callahan | The Good Wife |
| Zachariah "Zack" Addy | Bones |
| Zachariah "Zach" Nichols | Law & Order - Criminal Intent |