Zakkai Name Meaning

The name Zakkai is a Hebrew name of biblical origin. It is derived from the Hebrew word "zakkai," which means "pure" or "innocent."

In Jewish tradition, Zakkai was a renowned first-century CE scholar and one of the leading figures of the Tannaim, a group of Jewish sages who established the foundation of Judaism after the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. Zakkai is best known for his role in saving the city of Yavneh from destruction by the Romans. He was known for his wisdom, leadership, and piety.