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Zenith
Pronounced ZEE-nith /ˈzi.nɪθ/High
Meaning: From the word zenith — 'the highest point, the peak, the point of the sky directly overhead' (from Arabic samt, 'the path/direction')Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Zenith comes from the word zenith — 'the highest point, the peak, the culmination; the point of the celestial sphere directly above an observer' (from Arabic samt, 'the path, the direction', via medieval Latin). A bold, aspirational, modern word-name, used for both sexes, here for girls (with the celestial Zen- charm).
It registers thinly in records. Rare, the-highest-point at the root, and aspirational.
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What does the name Zenith mean?
Zenith is the word for 'the highest point, the peak; the point of sky overhead'.
How do you pronounce Zenith?
It's said ZEE-nith /ˈzi.nɪθ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Zenith a boy or girl name?
Zenith is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.
How popular is Zenith?
Zenith is a very rare name in the U.S.