Zebulun
Zebulun: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈzɛ.bjʊˌlən/ · /zəˈbjuː.lən/
Meaning and origin of Zebulun
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
Old Testament Hebrew זְבֻלוּן (zebulun), a son of Jacob.
How popular is Zebulun?
Since 1880, 894 boys in the U.S. have been named Zebulun. Its highest rank for boys was #1866 in 1979. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Zebulun FAQ
What does the name Zebulun mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. Old Testament Hebrew זְבֻלוּן (zebulun), a son of Jacob.
What is the origin of the name Zebulun?
Zebulun is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Zebulun?
Since 1880, 894 boys in the U.S. have been named Zebulun. Its highest rank for boys was #1866 in 1979. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Zebulun a boy or girl name?
Zebulun is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 894 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.