What is the origin of the name Zakaria?

Zakaria is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Zakaria?

Zakaria is currently ranked #11048 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Zakaria?

Zakaria is pronounced za-KAH-ree-ah.

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UnisexArabic

Zakaria

za-KAH-ree-ah

Popularity

#11048

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

3,235

Peak Year

#175 in 2011

First Recorded

1980

Style

Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

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

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Zak Zack Zac

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Gender Split

Numerology

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.

Nicknames

Zak Zack Zac

Spelling Variations

Zachary Zachariah Zekeriya

Similar Names

Zechariah Ibrahim Yusuf Omar

Personality Traits

IntelligentSpiritualThoughtfulCompassionate

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