Zachariah is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #299 in 2023 with 148 recorded births. This places Zachariah in the top 5% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 148 births ranking #299. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 114.5%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 1,869 boys born was named Zachariah. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Zachariah is a substantial biblical Hebrew name meaning the Lord has remembered. It feels traditional, spiritual, and full of historical depth.
The name comes from the Hebrew Bible and has remained familiar through Jewish and Christian traditions. It offers a fuller, more formal alternative to Zachary while sharing the same strong root.