Zerek

A boy's name of Hebrew origin with 265 recorded U.S. births.

Boy's nameRare nameNot ranked recently

Meaning & Origin

Zerek is a two-syllable boy's name with a sharp, distinct sound — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. With only 265 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.

Zerek is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.

Zerek is a boy's baby name of Hebrew origin, a variant of Zeric or possibly connected to the Hebrew Zerach, meaning 'rising of light, shining.' In the Hebrew Bible, Zerah (a variant spelling) was a son of Judah and twin brother of Perez, known for the scarlet thread tied around his wrist at birth. The name carries the radiant imagery of dawn light breaking through darkness.

Zerek gives the ancient Hebrew luminous name a contemporary Z-initial spelling that reads as modern and energetic while keeping its ancient roots.

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Zerek is cataloged under the Hebrew naming tradition. Hebrew names often carry theological significance — many embed references to God, virtues, or blessings within their structure.

In the U.S., Zerek has been recorded as a boy's name since 1988, with 265 total births. Browse the Hebrew names hub on this site to explore the broader family.

At a Glance

265

Total births

Since 1988

2007

Peak

16 births

1988

First recorded

36 years of data

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Popularity Over Time

Zerek has 30+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1988.

First appeared: 1988Peak: 2007 (16 births)

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Zerek
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	31	#10343	▼
2010s	79	#9718	▼
2000s	108	#7490	▲
1990s	37	#8218	▲
1980s	10	#8859	—

The Story of Zerek

A Gen Z name

Peaking in 2007, Zerek is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Zerek are most likely born between 1997 and 2017.

How rare is Zerek?

With fewer than 500 recorded births, Zerek is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.

The journey through the decades

First appeared in the records in 1988, peaked in the 2000s with 108 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.

Zerek by the numbers

Would fill 6 school buses

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(30 years, 1988–2023)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Zerek
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2023	7	#10800	+1 (16.7%)
2022	6	#12304	-1 (-14.3%)
2021	7	#10776	-4 (-36.4%)
2020	11	#7490	+4 (57.1%)
2019	7	#10783	+1 (16.7%)
2018	6	#12136	-1 (-14.3%)
2016	7	#10729	+2 (40.0%)
2015	5	#14041	-8 (-61.5%)
2014	13	#6626	+4 (44.4%)
2013	9	#8775	-6 (-40.0%)
2012	15	#5995	+7 (87.5%)
2011	8	#9587	-1 (-11.1%)
2010	9	#8791	+2 (28.6%)
2009	7	#10979	-8 (-53.3%)
2008	15	#6064	-1 (-6.3%)
2007	16	#5658	+3 (23.1%)
2006	13	#6456	+5 (62.5%)
2005	8	#9106	-2 (-20.0%)
2004	10	#7526	+1 (11.1%)
2003	9	#7822	-1 (-10.0%)

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zerek a boy's or girl's name?

Zerek is primarily a boy's name.

When was Zerek most popular?

Zerek reached its peak popularity in 2007 with 16 births that year. It is not currently in the top rankings.

How popular is the name Zerek?

Zerek is not currently in the top rankings but has been given to 265 babies in the U.S. since 1988. Its peak was in 2007.

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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1988–2023