Zarek: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: z-ahr-ehk
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: May god protect the king

Zarek is a sophisticated boy's name with deep roots in Polish culture. It is considered a diminutive of Baltazar, a variant of Balthazar, which itself is a variation of the biblical name Belshazzar. The name Zarek means "May God protect the king" or "May Lord protect the king. " It has a rich history, evoking images of aristocracy and luxury. Despite its Hebrew origin, it is often associated with Polish and Czech heritage. The name has appeared in popular culture, such as in the character Tom Zarek from the American science fiction series "Battlestar Galactica. " Zarek is a relatively uncommon name, appealing to parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their child.

Zarek Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Zarek is currently #7398 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Zarek is currently #3208 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Zarek is currently #3624 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Zarek is currently #1597 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Zarek is currently #3714 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Zarek is currently #1639 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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