Zachary is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "remembered by God." It is derived from the Hebrew name Zechariah, which is composed of the elements "zakar" (to remember) and "El" (God). The name Zachary has been used throughout history, with one of its most notable bearers being Zacharias, a Christian martyr who was beheaded in Persia during the 4th century. In the New Testament of the Bible, Zechariah is also the name of several individuals, including the prophet Zechariah and the father of John the Baptist. The name Zachary has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries such as the United States and the United Kingdom. It has consistently ranked among the top 500 most popular boys' names in the United States since the 1980s.
"The name Zachary experienced a brief rise in popularity with five births each in 1990 and again in 1993, but overall, it remains a less common choice with only ten total births recorded over these years."