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    Zekaria

    Also spelled: Zachary, Zacharias, Zakariyya

    Pronunciation: zeh-kah-REE-ah

    ♂ Male
    Hebrew

    Meaning

    God remembers

    Origin

    Hebrew

    The Story Behind Zekaria

    Zekaria is a variant of the Hebrew name Zechariah, which means 'God remembers.' It is a biblical name with a long and significant history. Zechariah was a prominent prophet in the Old Testament, whose book is part of the Twelve Minor Prophets. He prophesied during the rebuilding of the Temple in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, encouraging the people to complete the work and offering messages of hope and restoration. The name has been used by Jewish communities for centuries and later adopted by various Christian traditions, often in slightly altered forms.

    Popularity & Trends

    Rarity:
    Uncommon
    Trend:Rare
    Era:Biblical / Early Christian, Medieval, Contemporary

    Popularity Trends

    Is Zekaria Right for Your Baby?

    Zekaria is a Strong, Serious, Biblical name for boys that suits parents looking for something with character. It works well internationally and is easy to recognise across cultures. It may require a brief explanation of pronunciation in some regions.

    Syllables4
    LengthLong
    International UseGlobal
    PronunciationModerate

    Cultural Associations

    Biblical / Christian
    Jewish

    Regions Where Zekaria Is Used

    Middle East
    Jewish
    Christian

    Name Vibe

    Strong
    Serious
    Biblical

    Notable People Named Zekaria

    • Zechariah (Biblical prophet)

    Alternative Spellings & Variants

    • Zechariah
    • Zachariah
    • Zachary
    • Zakariya

    Nicknames & Short Forms

    Zek
    Zari
    • Zack
    • Zak

    Zekaria in different fonts

    ZekariaDancing Script
    ZekariaCaveat
    ZekariaSatisfy
    ZekariaPacifico
    ZekariaGreat Vibes

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    Frequently Asked Questions About Zekaria

    What does Zekaria mean?

    Zekaria means "God remembers". It is derived from Hebrew.

    What is the origin of Zekaria?

    Zekaria originates from Hebrew. Its cultural origin is Hebrew.

    Is Zekaria a male or female name?

    Zekaria is a male name.

    How do you pronounce Zekaria?

    Zekaria is pronounced "zeh-kah-REE-ah".

    What language does Zekaria come from?

    Zekaria comes from Hebrew.

    Is Zekaria a popular name?

    Zekaria is considered a uncommon name, and its popularity trend is rare.

    What are variants of Zekaria?

    Variants of Zekaria include Zachary, Zacharias, Zakariyya.

    What are nicknames for Zekaria?

    Common nicknames for Zekaria include Zek, Zari.

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