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Zakaria

za-KAH-ree-ah

Letters7
Syllables4
OriginArabic

The Story of Zakaria

This profound name, echoing 'God remembers,' carries a spiritual resonance that feels divinely chosen for your child.

Zakaria is the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Zechariah, meaning 'God remembers.' This deeply spiritual name has roots in ancient prophecy, notably carried by Zechariah, the father of John the Baptist, and the prophet Zechariah. Its journey spans from ancient Israelite traditions through Arabic cultures, spreading across vast regions and becoming a name imbued with religious significance and historical weight.

Saying 'Zakaria' feels like a quiet prayer, a resonant utterance that carries faith and remembrance. It’s a name that suggests a thoughtful, compassionate soul, one who understands the deeper currents of life. When you write Zakaria on a birth announcement, you're announcing not just a name, but a profound connection to something greater, a child destined to remember and be remembered.

What It Means

Arabic form of Zechariah, meaning 'God remembers' in Hebrew.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Zakaria Moumni

    Moroccan athlete and activist.

  • Zakaria Labyad

    Moroccan football player.

Personality Traits

IntelligentSpiritualThoughtfulCompassionate

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#175 in 2011

Total Births

3,235

First Recorded

1980

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