Declining since 2022, #2,833 for boys today.
Popularity of Zakhari since 2006
Babies named Zakhari per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 0 | 28 |
| 2010s | 10 | 122 |
| 2020s | 16 | 255 |
Meaning & origin
Zakhari is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2006. It peaked in popularity in 2023 at rank 2833, but has since been falling in use, with a trajectory of decline starting in 2022. The name is most common in North Carolina, and it is given to approximately 1 in 38,820 boys as of 2025. As a creative spelling of Zachary, it fits a trend of personalized, surname-inspired variations that appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar sound.
Zakhari is likely a modern respelling or variant of Zachary, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Zechariah (זְכַרְיָה), meaning 'the Lord has remembered.' The form Zakhari may have been influenced by popular surname-style names or creative spellings. It has been in use in the United States since at least 2006, but its exact origin is uncertain.
Where Zakhari is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zak, Z, Zari
Sibling names for Zakhari
Names that share Zakhari's style, for a brother or sister.
