Zacharia

Meaning & origin

Zacharia represents a less common Latinized form of the classic Hebrew name Zechariah. Its usage in the United States is relatively recent, first recorded in 1971. The name saw its peak popularity in 2002, after which it has experienced a gradual decline in usage, reflected in its current trajectory as falling since 2001. Despite its low rank, Zacharia remains a viable choice for parents seeking a traditional biblical name with a distinct spelling. Its 1-in-100,475 frequency in 2025 underscores its rarity, while the peak in 2002 suggests a modest spike in interest during the early 2000s. The name's origins are firmly rooted in Hebrew tradition, and it carries the same enduring meaning 'God has remembered' as its more common variants, Zachary and Zacharias.

Zacharia is a Latinized form of the Hebrew name Zechariah, meaning 'Yahweh has remembered.' It appears in the Old Testament as the name of several minor prophets, most notably the author of the Book of Zechariah. The name was adopted by early Christians and has been used across Europe in various forms. In English, it gained visibility through the New Testament figure Zacharias, though Zacharia itself remains a relatively rare spelling variant.