Zechariah
Meaning of Zechariah
Zechariah is a strong and timeless name for a baby boy. It has its roots in Hebrew, meaning "remembered by God." The name Zechariah has a pleasant and melodic sound, making it appealing to many parents. In terms of pronunciation, whether you're speaking American English, British English, or Spanish, the name is pronounced as zuh-KAIR-ee-uh (zəˈkɛəriə) or seh-kah-REE-ah (sekaˈɾi.a). The popularity of the name Zechariah has remained fairly consistent over the years in the United States. It ranks within the top 1000 names and has seen moderate usage throughout recent decades. With its rich history and charming sound, Zechariah is a wonderful choice for any baby boy.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as seh-kah-REE-ah (/sekaˈɾi.a/)
British English
- Pronunced as zuh-KAIR-ee-uh (/zəˈkeəriə/)
American English
- Pronunced as zuh-KAIR-ee-uh (/zəˈkɛəriə/)
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Notable People Named Zechariah
| Zechariah Symmes was an English Puritan clergyman who emigrated to the Massachusetts Bay Colony and became pastor of the First Church in Charlestown, holding the office from 1634 until his death in 1671. |
| Dr. Zechariah Buck was a renowned English organist and choir director known for his exceptional training of boys' voices. |
| Zechariah Green - Zachariah Green was a well-known philanthropist and healer. |
