Find out how popular the first name Zachery has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Zachery by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Zachery is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 100% of people named Zachery being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 50 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Zachery.

The history of the first name Zachery

The name Zachery is derived from the Hebrew name Zechariah, which means "the Lord has remembered" or "the Lord remembers." Its origins can be traced back to ancient Judaic culture and the Old Testament of the Bible, where it was borne by several notable figures, including the prophet Zechariah, who lived in the 6th century BC.

The name Zachery first appeared in its current spelling during the Middle Ages, as a variation of the more common form Zacharias. This spelling became popular in English-speaking countries and was widely used throughout Europe during the medieval period.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Zachery can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive survey of landowners and their holdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. This suggests that the name was already in use in England by the late 11th century.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals named Zachery. One of the most prominent was Zachery Taylor, the 12th President of the United States, who was born in 1784 and served from 1849 to 1850. Another was Zachery Macaulay, a British abolitionist and philanthropist, born in 1768, who played a significant role in the campaign against the slave trade.

In the world of literature, Zachery Grey was an English clergyman and editor who lived from 1688 to 1766. He is best known for his critical edition of the works of John Hudibras, a 17th-century English satirist.

Zachery Cradock, born in 1633, was an English clergyman and academic who served as the Provost of Eton College from 1678 until his death in 1695. He was a influential figure in the education system of his time.

Zachery Pearce, born in 1690, was an English Bishop and scholar who made significant contributions to the study of classical literature and theology. He served as the Bishop of Rochester from 1756 until his death in 1774.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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