Boy · 1004th of 24,088
Zack
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
8,887
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2008
Peak Popularity Year
237
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Zack 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
Zack is a modern short form of the Hebrew name Zechariah, meaning 'the Lord has remembered.' It has evolved through various forms including Zacharias and Zachary before becoming popular in contemporary naming. The name is often seen as casual and friendly, with notable associations in pop culture and sports.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/zæk/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Zack is a short form of the name Zachary, which is derived from the Hebrew name Zechariah, meaning 'the Lord has remembered.'
Meaning
the Lord has remembered
Language Evolution
Zechariah (Hebrew), Zacharias (Greek), Zachary (English), Zack (Modern English)
Biblical Background
Zack has biblical relevance as it is derived from Zechariah, a prominent figure in the Bible.
Historical Usage
The name Zack gained popularity in the late 20th century as a trendy, informal variant of Zachary.
Variants & Derivatives
Zach, Zachary, Zacharias, Zachary
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zack is perceived as a casual and approachable name, commonly associated with a youthful and energetic image.
Famous People
Zack Morris (character from 'Saved by the Bell'), Zack Snyder (film director), Zack Greinke (professional baseball player)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 237 peak births in 2008
Geographic Spread
Popular across 37 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 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 921st of 7545 | 887 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1185th of 6773 | 606 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1293rd of 7552 | 675 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1487th of 10718 | 544 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1223rd of 16616 | 1,170 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1004th of 24088 | 2,758 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1260th of 23106 | 1,813 |