Zacharia

Zacharia is a given name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name Zechariah (זְכַרְיָה), meaning "Yahweh has remembered". This name appears in the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament.

In the Bible, there are several significant figures named Zacharia. The most prominent is Zachariah, the son of Jehoiada, a priest who was stoned to death in the temple during the reign of King Joash of Judah. Another notable figure is Zechariah, the son of Berechiah, who is identified as a prophet. The Book of Zechariah, one of the Minor Prophets in the Old Testament, is attributed to him and contains a series of visions and prophecies concerning the future of Jerusalem and the coming of the Messiah.

The name Zacharia has been used across various cultures and languages throughout history. It is a common given name in Jewish, Christian, and Muslim communities, with variations in spelling and pronunciation depending on the region. The name's association with prophecy and divine remembrance has contributed to its enduring popularity. Many individuals named Zacharia have achieved prominence in religious, academic, artistic, and other fields.