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      Meaning of the first name Zakaria

      Origin

      Arabic

      Meaning

      Female form of Zachariah

      Variations

      Amariah, Jamaria, Kamaria
      The name Zakaria finds its origins in Arabic and is derived from the male name Zachariah. In Arabic, Zakaria means female form of Zachariah. The name Zachariah is derived from the Hebrew name Zechariah, which means God remembers or Yahweh has remembered.

      Throughout history, the name Zakaria has been prominent in various cultures and regions. It is particularly well-known in the Islamic world due to its association with the prophet Zechariah, known as Zakaria in Arabic, who is mentioned in the Quran. Zechariah is revered as a prophet in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The name Zakaria has been adopted by individuals in Muslim-majority countries such as Morocco, Egypt, Algeria, and Sudan. It holds significant religious and cultural importance in these regions.

      In modern-day usage, the name Zakaria continues to be popular among Muslim families around the world. It is often given to boys and occasionally used as a female name in some Arabic-speaking countries. The name carries a sense of tradition, honoring the esteemed prophet Zechariah, and continues to hold religious and cultural significance for those who bear it. With its Arabic roots and connection to a revered figure in Islam, Zakaria remains a cherished name within the Muslim community.

      Based on our records...

      Zakaria

      Zakaria

      This is the most common surname associated with Zakaria.
      Aziza

      Aziza

      This is the most common name of those married to a Zakaria.
      Andrew

      Andrew

      This is the most common name for a child of a Zakaria.
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      1846 is when there were the most people born with the first name Zakaria.

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