Rising since 1986, #2,390 for boys today.
Popularity of Zaki since 1974
Babies named Zaki per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2008, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Zaki's real moment was 2023.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 34 |
| 1980s | 77 |
| 1990s | 171 |
| 2000s | 419 |
| 2010s | 492 |
| 2020s | 321 |
Meaning & origin
Zaki has been recorded in U.S. data since 1974, when it first appeared on the Social Security list. Over the past few decades, its popularity has steadily risen, particularly since 1986, reflecting broader demographic trends and increased cultural awareness of Arabic names. In 2025, the name ranked 2390th, with roughly 1 in 29,966 newborns receiving the name. Its peak year to date was 2023. While still relatively uncommon, Zaki has a strong presence in states like New Jersey, Ohio, and California, where diverse communities often choose names with deep cultural roots. Parents drawn to Zaki are often looking for a name that is both meaningful and distinctive, combining a clear, easy-to-pronounce sound with a positive, virtuous meaning.
Zaki derives from the Arabic root z-k-y (ز-ك-ي), which conveys concepts of purity, growth, and intelligence. The name is used across the Arabic-speaking world and in Muslim communities globally, often chosen for its positive connotations of moral and intellectual virtue.
Where Zaki is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Zaki” around the world
Where Zaki lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Z
Variants: Zakki, Zaky
Sibling names for Zaki
Names that share Zaki's style, for a brother or sister.
