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UK surname

Zacharias

Derived from the Greek name Zacharias, meaning "remembered by God," and adopted as a surname by descendants.

In the 1881 census there were 16 people recorded with the Zacharias surname, ranking it #31,301 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 191, ranked #20,194, up from #31,301 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Cheshire West and Chester, Islington and North Devon.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Zacharias is 198 in 2012. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 1093.8%.

1881 census count

16

Ranked #31,301

Modern count

191

2016, ranked #20,194

Peak year

2012

198 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Zacharias had 16 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #31,301 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 191 in 2016, ranked #20,194.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 33 in 1891.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Zacharias surname distribution map

The map shows where the Zacharias surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Zacharias surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Zacharias over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1851 historical 18 #30,094
1861 historical 19 #31,470
1881 historical 16 #31,301
1891 historical 33 #31,681
1901 historical 20 #31,803
1911 historical 21 #31,179
1997 modern 151 #21,034
1998 modern 171 #19,956
1999 modern 174 #19,870
2000 modern 170 #20,120
2001 modern 159 #20,710
2002 modern 166 #20,532
2003 modern 158 #20,952
2004 modern 163 #20,685
2005 modern 175 #19,727
2006 modern 174 #19,921
2007 modern 173 #20,243
2008 modern 182 #19,800
2009 modern 183 #20,135
2010 modern 195 #19,762
2011 modern 192 #19,797
2012 modern 198 #19,340
2013 modern 196 #19,790
2014 modern 196 #19,961
2015 modern 195 #19,909
2016 modern 191 #20,194

Geography

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Where Zacharias' are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Cheshire West and Chester, Islington, North Devon, Sandwell and Elmbridge. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Cheshire West and Chester 004 Cheshire West and Chester
2 Islington 008 Islington
3 North Devon 004 North Devon
4 Sandwell 026 Sandwell
5 Elmbridge 015 Elmbridge

Forenames

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First names often paired with Zacharias

These lists show first names that appear often with the Zacharias surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Zacharias

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Zacharias, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Zacharias surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Zacharias household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Skilled Trades and Construction Workers

Within London, Zacharias is most associated with areas classed as Skilled Trades and Construction Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

These scattered, peripheral and often low residential density neighbourhoods house more workers in skilled trades and construction. Few households rent social housing and there are few students. Multiple car ownership is higher than the Supergroup average, perhaps because of poorer public transport connectivity. Incidence of mixed or multiple ethnicity is below the Supergroup average, and the absence of individuals identifying as Pakistani or Other Asian groups is also less pronounced. Flatted accommodation is less dominant than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Zacharias is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Zacharias falls in decile 7 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

7
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Zacharias is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Zacharias, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Zacharias

The surname Zacharias has its origins in the ancient Greek language, derived from the Hebrew name "Zechariah" which means "the Lord remembers." This name was popular among the Jewish people and later adopted by early Christians.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Zacharias can be traced back to the 12th century in various regions of Europe, particularly in Germany, the Netherlands, and parts of Eastern Europe. It was initially used as a patronymic surname, indicating the name of the father or an ancestor.

In medieval times, the surname Zacharias was found in various historical records and documents, such as parish registers, tax rolls, and legal proceedings. One notable mention is in the Domesday Book of 1086, where a landowner named Zacharias is listed among the tenants of King William the Conqueror in Gloucestershire, England.

During the Renaissance period, the surname Zacharias gained prominence in various academic and artistic circles. One notable figure was Gregorius Zacharias (1460-1536), a German humanist scholar and professor at the University of Leipzig, known for his contributions to the study of classical literature.

In the 17th century, Zacharias Janssen (1585-1638), a Dutch spectacle-maker, is credited with the invention of the first compound microscope, which revolutionized the field of scientific observation and research.

Another prominent individual was Zacharias Ursinus (1534-1583), a German theologian and one of the primary authors of the Heidelberg Catechism, a influential document in the Reformed Protestant tradition.

During the 18th century, Zacharias Winther (1718-1784) was a Danish poet and playwright who made significant contributions to the literary scene of his time, known for his satirical works and comedies.

In the 19th century, Zacharias Topelius (1818-1898), a Finnish author and journalist, gained recognition for his historical novels and children's literature, which played a crucial role in shaping Finnish national identity.

As the surname Zacharias spread across different regions and cultures, it underwent various spelling variations, such as Zacharias, Zachariah, Zacharyas, and Sacharias, reflecting local linguistic adaptations and preferences.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Zacharias families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Zacharias surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Montgomeryshire leads with 9 Zacharias' recorded in 1881 and an index of 252.10x.

County Total Index
Montgomeryshire 9 252.10x
Oxfordshire 6 62.31x
Lancashire 1 0.54x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Llandyssil in Montgomeryshire leads with 8 Zacharias' recorded in 1881 and an index of 20000.00x.

Place Total Index
Llandyssil 8 20000.00x
Oxford St Martin 6 30000.00x
Berriew 1 1000.00x
Manchester 1 12.02x

Top female names

These are the female first names most often recorded with the Zacharias surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Martha 3
Ann 1
Esther 1
Jane 1
Leah 1
Rosa 1
Theresa 1

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Zacharias surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Thomas 2
Abraham 1
David 1
Joel 1
John 1
Moritz 1

Top occupations

Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Zacharias households.

FAQ

Zacharias surname: questions and answers

How common was the Zacharias surname in 1881?

In 1881, 16 people were recorded with the Zacharias surname. That placed it at #31,301 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Zacharias surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 191 in 2016. That gives Zacharias a modern rank of #20,194.

What does the Zacharias surname mean?

Derived from the Greek name Zacharias, meaning "remembered by God," and adopted as a surname by descendants.

What does the Zacharias map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Zacharias bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.