"He hath remembered his covenant for ever, the word which he commanded to a thousand generations."
Biblical Name · Hebrew Origin
Zachariah Meaning in the Bible
Zachariah
boy
Zachariah means "The LORD remembers; God has remembered", a boy's name of Hebrew origin. Zachariah appears in the King James Bible, and Psalm 105:8 is the passage most often tied to it. Zachariah is remembered by God — covenant eternal, prayers heard, a thousand generations kept, the name that proves God forgets no promise.
Is Zachariah in the Bible?
Yes — Zachariah appears in the King James Bible; the passages below give the context.
Pronunciation:/zak-ah-RY-ah/
OriginHebrew
MeaningThe LORD remembers; God has remembered
What does Zachariah mean?
Zachariah is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "The LORD remembers; God has remembered". Zachariah declares that God remembers — He never forgets His promises. 'He hath remembered his covenant for ever, the word which he commanded to a thousand generations.' Zachariah's name is proof that God's memory is eternal.
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What does Zachariah mean in the Bible?
Zachariah means "The LORD remembers; God has remembered" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Zachariah declares that God remembers — He never forgets His promises. 'He hath remembered his covenant for ever, the word which he commanded to a thousand generations.' Zachariah's name is proof that God's memory is eternal.
Where does Zachariah appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Zachariah is connected to 2 key passages in the King James Bible, beginning with Psalm 105:8. Each verse is quoted in full below.
"But the angel said unto him, Fear not, Zacharias: for thy prayer is heard; and thy wife Elisabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John."
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What are the variants and nicknames of Zachariah?
Zachariah has 5 recorded variants, short forms, and translations across languages and biblical traditions.
Variants & related forms
Common nicknames
Zach
Zack
Which books of the Bible mention Zachariah?
Zachariah is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Zachariah?
Zachariah is remembered by God — covenant eternal, prayers heard, a thousand generations kept, the name that proves God forgets no promise.
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Names like Zachariah
Other Hebrew biblical names that share the spirit of "The LORD remembers; God has remembered" — discovered by matching meaning category and origin.
Names that pair well with Zachariah
Sibling sets, middle-name combinations, and complementary pairings chosen for matching origin, meaning, and similar syllable weight.
Eliana
girl
"My God has answered"
Zachariah & Eliana
Rebecca
girl
"To bind or captivate"
Zachariah & Rebecca
Abigail
girl
"Father of joy"
Zachariah & Abigail
Abijah
unisex
"My father is the LORD; The LORD is my father"
Zachariah & Abijah
Amaris
girl
"Promised by God; Given by God"
Zachariah & Amaris
Anna
girl
"Grace or favor"
Zachariah & Anna
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Zachariah name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Zachariah
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Zachariah?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Zachariah?
You can read every verse where Zachariah appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.