Zacharias
From Latin Zacharias, from Koine Greek Ζαχαρίας (Zakharías), the New Testament form of the figure's name in the Old Testament, Hebrew זְכַרְיָה (Zəḵaryā, “Yahweh has…
Every Zacharias since 1930 — 2,074 of them. Popularity, births, and rankings for each year, from official Social Security records.
The story of Zacharias
Zacharias is rare for boys in the United States, ranked #3,946 in 2025 with 28 babies given the name. It is currently declining compared with a decade ago.
Since 1930, 2,074 American babies have been named Zacharias. Its peak came in 2016, when 94 newborns received the name — the signature sound of the 2010s.
The chart above shows the full history: the popularity view (births per 1,000 babies) is the honest comparison across generations, since total US births have changed enormously since 1880. Switch to the rank view to see where Zacharias stood among all boys' names in any year, or use the compare tool to plot it against other names.
Zacharias year by year
Every year since 2001, and five-year steps back to 1880. Rank is within each sex.
| Year | Boys | Boys rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 28 | #3,946 |
| 2024 | 32 | #3,602 |
| 2023 | 37 | #3,291 |
| 2022 | 39 | #3,150 |
| 2021 | 49 | #2,648 |
| 2020 | 64 | #2,188 |
| 2019 | 62 | #2,264 |
| 2018 | 66 | #2,144 |
| 2017 | 76 | #1,917 |
| 2016 | 94 | #1,686 |
| 2015 | 75 | #1,953 |
| 2014 | 56 | #2,343 |
| 2013 | 50 | #2,491 |
| 2012 | 56 | #2,324 |
| 2011 | 55 | #2,344 |
| 2010 | 48 | #2,578 |
| 2009 | 65 | #2,118 |
| 2008 | 59 | #2,264 |
| 2007 | 48 | #2,600 |
| 2006 | 43 | #2,741 |
| 2005 | 45 | #2,527 |
| 2004 | 57 | #2,100 |
| 2003 | 45 | #2,391 |
| 2002 | 57 | #1,973 |
| 2001 | 42 | #2,385 |
| 2000 | 50 | #2,046 |
| 1995 | 37 | #2,209 |
| 1990 | 34 | #2,168 |
| 1985 | 23 | #2,355 |
| 1980 | 21 | #2,443 |
| 1975 | 8 | #4,306 |
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| 1930 | 5 | #4,540 |
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Famous people named Zacharias
- Zacharias Janssen Inventor · 1585–1635
- Zacharias Rhetor Philosopher · 465–553
Ranked by global fame across Wikipedia editions (Pantheon project, MIT).
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zacharias mean?
From Latin Zacharias, from Koine Greek Ζαχαρίας (Zakharías), the New Testament form of the figure's name in the Old Testament, Hebrew זְכַרְיָה (Zəḵaryā, “Yahweh has remembered”).
How popular is the name Zacharias in 2025?
Zacharias ranked #3,946 among boys' names in the United States in 2025, with 28 babies given the name, according to Social Security Administration data.
How many people are named Zacharias?
2,074 babies have been named Zacharias in the United States since 1930, based on Social Security card applications.
When was the name Zacharias most popular?
Zacharias peaked in 2016, when 94 newborns received the name.
Is Zacharias a boy or girl name?
Zacharias is overwhelmingly a boy's name — 100% of babies with the name.
Is the name Zacharias rising or falling?
Zacharias is declining — less popular now than a decade ago.
Who are famous people named Zacharias?
Well-known people named Zacharias include Zacharias Janssen (inventor), Zacharias Rhetor (philosopher).