Zaccheus

Meaning of Zaccheus

Zaccheus is a male name with English pronunciation as zuh-KEE-us (/zəˈkiːəs/). It is a variation of the name Zacharias. The origin of Zaccheus can be traced back to Hebrew, where it means "pure" or "innocent." This biblical name gained popularity due to its association with Zaccheus, a tax collector mentioned in the Gospel of Luke. Despite its ancient roots, Zaccheus continues to be used as a contemporary name for boys. In the United States, it ranked 12th in 2010 and has maintained a moderate level of usage since then.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as zuh-KEE-us (/zəˈkiːəs/)

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Notable People Named Zaccheus

Zaccheus Darko-Kelly is a former American professional basketball player known for his time with PAOK Thessaloniki and his college career with the Montana Western Bulldogs and the University of Providence Argonauts.
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