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Zachery
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
29,834
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1993
Peak Popularity Year
1,902
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Zachery stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Zachery is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'the Lord has remembered.' It evolved from the Hebrew Zechariah through various languages, reflecting a rich historical path. The name is associated with biblical significance and has gained popularity in modern times, especially in the United States. It is perceived positively, embodying traits of friendliness and creativity.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈzæ.kə.ri/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Zachery is derived from the Hebrew name Zechariah, which means 'the Lord has remembered.' It is composed of the elements 'zakar,' meaning 'to remember,' and 'Yah,' referring to God.
Meaning
The Lord has remembered
Language Evolution
Zechariah (Hebrew), Zacharias (Greek), Zacharie (French), Zachary (English), Zachery (Modern English)
Biblical Background
The name Zachery has biblical roots, as Zechariah is a significant figure in the Old Testament, being the name of several biblical characters, including a prophet.
Historical Usage
Zachery gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly in the United States, where it became a common given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Zachary, Zach, Zachariah, Zacharias, Zachery
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Zachery is viewed as a modern and approachable name, often associated with friendliness and creativity.
Famous People
Zachery Ty Bryan - American actor, Zachery Levi - American actor and singer, Zachery Quinto - American actor
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,902 peak births in 1993
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 3 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1870th of 7552 | 338 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 877th of 10718 | 1,376 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 254th of 16616 | 15,920 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 397th of 24088 | 11,202 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1917th of 23106 | 960 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16163rd of 27321 | 33 |