Zakaria
Meaning of Zakaria
Zakaria is a distinguished male name of Arabic origin, pronounced as zah-KAH-ree-ah in Arabic and zah-KAR-ee-uh in English. It is closely related to the names Zacharias and Zachariah, which share similar roots and meanings. Zakaria holds significant cultural and religious importance, often associated with the prophet Zechariah from the Abrahamic religions, symbolizing remembrance and divine favor.
In the United States, Zakaria has seen a steady presence over the years. Although it hasn't reached top-ranking popularity, it maintains a consistent appeal among parents seeking a unique yet meaningful name for their sons. The name's occurrence fluctuated between 115 births in 2023 to as low as 6 births in some earlier years like 1985 and 1980, reflecting its niche but enduring charm.
Whether chosen for its rich heritage or its melodious sound, Zakaria remains a timeless choice that resonates with tradition and modernity alike.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as zah-KAH-ree-ah (/za.ka.ri.a/)
English
- Pronunced as zah-KAR-ee-uh (/zæ.kɑ.ri.ʌ/)
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Notable People Named Zakaria
| Zakaria Zubeidi - Zakaria Muhammad 'Abdelrahman Zubeidi is a former Jenin chief of the Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades. |
| Zakaria Ariffin is a Malaysian playwright, theater director, and educator. |
| Zakaria bin Sulaiman is a nobleman and politician who served as the Minister of Communications and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs in the Government of Brunei. |
| Zakaria Zerouali was a Moroccan football defender. |
| Zakaria Diallo is a French-Senegalese professional footballer who plays as a centre-back and is currently a free agent. |
| Zakaria Bakradze - Zakaria (Shakro) Bakradze was a Georgian military officer who served as a general in the Democratic Republic of Georgia and later the Polish Army. |
| Zakaria Khan Chowdhury was a Bangladesh Nationalist Party politician and a Member of Parliament from Habiganj-2. |
| Zakaria Chol Gideon Gakmar was a Sudanese politician affiliated with the Sudan People's Liberation Movement (SPLM) and served as a member of the Lakes State Legislative Assembly. |
