Zachi
A masculine name of Hebrew origin, meaning "pure" or "clear".
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Zachi. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Zachi today is around 20 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Zachi births was 2005 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Zachi. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Zachi. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
2005
6 babies that year
Average age
20
years old
2007 SSA rank
#14,352
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Zachi: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Zachi by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Zachi during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Zachi
The name Zachi has its origins in the ancient Hebrew language, originating around the 6th century BCE in the region of ancient Israel. It is derived from the Hebrew root word "zachor," which means "to remember" or "to recall." This linguistic connection suggests that the name Zachi carries the connotation of remembrance and honoring one's heritage.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Zachi can be found in the Hebrew Bible, where it is mentioned as the name of a Levite, a member of the priestly tribe of Levi. This biblical reference dates back to approximately the 5th century BCE, lending historical credibility to the name's ancient roots.
Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the name Zachi. One of the most prominent figures was Zachi ben Yehuda, a renowned Jewish scholar and philosopher who lived in the 11th century CE in Spain. His contributions to the fields of theology and ethics were highly influential during the Golden Age of Jewish culture in Iberia.
Another historical figure worth mentioning is Zachi ben Avraham, a 13th-century rabbi and kabbalist from Girona, Spain. He was known for his expertise in the mystical teachings of the Kabbalah and his interpretations of sacred texts.
In the 15th century, Zachi Halevi was a prominent Jewish scholar and physician in Italy. He authored several works on medicine and philosophy, earning him a respected reputation among his contemporaries.
Moving to more recent times, Zachi Noy was an Israeli general and military leader who played a significant role in the Six-Day War of 1967. Born in 1924 and passing away in 2007, he was revered for his strategic planning and leadership during this pivotal conflict in the region's history.
While the name Zachi may not be as widespread as some other Hebrew names, it carries a rich historical legacy and deep-rooted connections to the ancient cultures of the Middle East. Its enduring presence over the centuries serves as a testament to the lasting impact of the Hebrew language and Jewish tradition on the tapestry of human civilization.
People
Zachi + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Zachi as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with Z
Other first names starting with Z with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Zachi: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Zachi?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Zachi going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Zachi a common name?
We classify Zachi as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Zachi most popular?
The single biggest year for Zachi was 2005, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Zachi is about 20 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Zachi in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Zachi a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Zachi in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Zachi still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Zachi in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Zachi can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Zachi?
If you just want to know how many people have the name Zachi, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.