Zakarya
Zakarya is a Muslim boy name meaning “God has remembered (Zechariah)”.
| Meaning | God has remembered (Zechariah) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic) |
| Arabic spelling | زكريا |
| Pronunciation | zah-KAR-yah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zakarya
Zakarya is a shortened spelling of Zakariyyā, the prophet and father of Yahya, who cared for Maryam in the temple. The spelling reflects common North African and French pronunciation, where the i before ya is barely heard. The name derives from Hebrew and is usually explained as 'God has remembered'.
Is Zakarya a Muslim name?
Yes. Zakarya is a form of Zakariyya, a prophet named in the Quran.
Is Zakarya in the Quran?
The Quran begins his story: 'A mention of the mercy of your Lord to His servant Zakariyya' (Quran 19:2).
Where is the name Zakarya used?
Used in Morocco, Algeria and among North African families in Europe.
Gifts with the name Zakarya
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Spellings and variants of Zakarya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zakarya mean?
Zakarya means 'God has remembered (Zechariah)'. It comes from Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic).
Is Zakarya a Muslim name?
Yes. Zakarya is a form of Zakariyya, a prophet named in the Quran.
How do you write Zakarya in Arabic?
Zakarya is written زكريا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zakarya?
Zakarya is pronounced zah-KAR-yah.
Is Zakarya mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran begins his story: 'A mention of the mercy of your Lord to His servant Zakariyya' (Quran 19:2).