Zeus
Zeus: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /zjuːs/ · /zus/
Meaning and origin of Zeus
- A male given name.
- A representative given name for a dog.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Ζεύς (Zeús). Doublet of Dyeus and Jove.
How popular is Zeus?
Since 1880, 2,696 boys in the U.S. have been named Zeus. Its highest rank for boys was #1067 in 2024. In 2025, 140 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Zeus FAQ
What does the name Zeus mean?
A male given name. A representative given name for a dog. From Ancient Greek Ζεύς (Zeús). Doublet of Dyeus and Jove.
What is the origin of the name Zeus?
Zeus is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Zeus?
Since 1880, 2,696 boys in the U.S. have been named Zeus. Its highest rank for boys was #1067 in 2024. In 2025, 140 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Zeus a boy or girl name?
Zeus is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,696 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.