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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Zachariah

God remembered

Pronunciation: ZAK-uh-ree-uh (/zækəˈriə/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 75
Meaning
God remembered
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
7
Lucky Day
(No specific day)
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
Life Path
5
Popularity Score
75
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: SilverWhiteGray

What does Zachariah mean?

Derived from the Hebrew name 'Zachar' meaning 'remembered' and 'Yah' meaning 'God'. In the Old Testament, Zachariah was a priest who was miraculously given a son despite his old age, and the child was named John the Baptist.

Zachariah in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
Zachariah
שם נוצרי שפירושו God remembered
Greek
Ζαχαρίας
Latin
Zachariah
God has remembered, divine memory, or remembrance of God
English
Zachariah
God remembers

How to pronounce Zachariah

English pronunciation
ZAK-uh-ree-uh
Biblical pronunciation
Zakhariyāh
IPA notation
/zækəˈriə/

Numerology & personality

A free spirit, adaptable, resourceful, and versatile.

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

A reminder of God's presence and faithfulness.

In Christianity, Zachariah is most notably known as the father of John the Baptist, who prepared the way for Jesus' ministry. He is considered a model of faith for his belief in God's ability to bring about miracles, even in the face of his advanced age and divine intervention with his ability to speak after the birth of his son.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Luke (Luke 1:5-25)

Saint connection: Saint Zachariah

Popularity of Zachariah by region

Region Country Score Year
Poland PL 70 2024
Italy IT 73 2024

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Frequently asked questions about Zachariah

What does Zachariah mean?
Zachariah is a Hebrew name derived from 'Zachar' meaning 'remembered' and 'Yah' meaning 'God'. It means 'God remembered'.
Is Zachariah a Christianity name?
Yes, Zachariah is a name with deep religious roots in Christianity. It is mentioned in the Old Testament as the name of a priest who was miraculously given a son despite his old age.
How to pronounce Zachariah?
Zach-uh-ri-ah
Is Zachariah popular today?
Zachariah is not a commonly used name today, but it holds historical and cultural significance in Christianity.
What is the origin of Zachariah?
Zachariah is a Hebrew name derived from the Hebrew words 'Zachar' meaning 'remembered' and 'Yah' meaning 'God'. It means 'God remembered'.