Zeno
Zeno: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈziːnoʊ/
Meaning and origin of Zeno
- A male given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
Via Latin Zēnō, from Ancient Greek Ζήνων (Zḗnōn), an ancient derivative of Ζεύς (Zeús), from Proto-Hellenic *dzéus, from Proto-Indo-European *dyḗws. Modern scientific and philosophical use derives from Zeno of Elea, poser of Zeno's paradoxes.
How popular is Zeno?
Since 1880, 1,491 boys in the U.S. have been named Zeno. Its highest rank for boys was #686 in 1902. In 2025, 53 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Zeno FAQ
What does the name Zeno mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek. Via Latin Zēnō, from Ancient Greek Ζήνων (Zḗnōn), an ancient derivative of Ζεύς (Zeús), from Proto-Hellenic *dzéus, from Proto-Indo-European *dyḗws. Modern scientific and philosophical use derives from Zeno of Elea, poser of Zeno's paradoxes.
What is the origin of the name Zeno?
Zeno is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Zeno?
Since 1880, 1,491 boys in the U.S. have been named Zeno. Its highest rank for boys was #686 in 1902. In 2025, 53 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Zeno a boy or girl name?
Zeno is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,491 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.