How Many People Are Named Zakariyya?
Complete statistics for the name Zakariyya: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Zakariyya is a very rare name, with only 251 people living in the US today. That's 1 in 1,313,210 Americans. It's predominantly male and hit its peak in 2016 with 20 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The life path number 9 traditionally represents completion and fulfillment, suggesting that those named Zakariyya may find their purpose through dedication and perseverance.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 14All 254 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2016Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Zakariyya Through the Generations
The name Zakariyya has a unique journey. With just 254 total births across all time but 251 living people, it's clear that most bearers are quite young. The peak year was 2016, when 20 babies were given this name. This slow rise in popularity makes it stand out among names that have seen more consistent growth. The fact that nearly all bearers are under 30 underscores its modernity, making it a name of the present rather than the past.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Zakariyya's Arabic roots
📄 About the Name Zakariyya
How Many People Have the Name Zakariyya?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 251 people in the United States currently share the name Zakariyya. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,313,210 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Zakariyya a Common or Rare Name?
Zakariyya is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Zakariyya in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Zakariyya Most Popular?
The name Zakariyya reached peak popularity in 2016, with 20 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Zakariyya?
Approximately 251 people named Zakariyya live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 254. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,313,210 Americans.
Is Zakariyya a rare name?
Zakariyya is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,313,210 Americans has this name.
What does the name Zakariyya mean?
The meaning and origin of Zakariyya are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Zakariyya more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Zakariyya are male and 0% are female.
When was Zakariyya most popular?
Zakariyya peaked in 2016 with 20 births that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.