Zion
Zion: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈzaɪ.ən/
Meaning and origin of Zion
- A male given name from Hebrew.
- A female given name.
Etymology
From Middle English Sion, from Old English Syon, from Ecclesiastical Latin Sīōn, from Koine Greek Σῑών (Sīṓn), from Biblical Hebrew צִיּוֹן (ṣiyyôn). Initial Z- was likely under influence from Early New High German Zion, itself influenced by the Ashkenazi pronunciation /t͡s/.
How popular is Zion?
Since 1880, 7,026 girls and 46,871 boys in the U.S. have been named Zion (13% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #575 in 2007. Its highest rank for boys was #125 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #142 for boys, with 2,590 babies given the name.
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Zion FAQ
What does the name Zion mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. A female given name. From Middle English Sion, from Old English Syon, from Ecclesiastical Latin Sīōn, from Koine Greek Σῑών (Sīṓn), from Biblical Hebrew צִיּוֹן (ṣiyyôn). Initial Z- was likely under influence from Early New High German Zion, itself influenced by the Ashkenazi pronunciation /t͡s/.
What is the origin of the name Zion?
Zion is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Zion?
Since 1880, 7,026 girls and 46,871 boys in the U.S. have been named Zion (13% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #575 in 2007. Its highest rank for boys was #125 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #142 for boys, with 2,590 babies given the name.
Is Zion a boy or girl name?
Zion is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (7,026 girls and 46,871 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.