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Zenith
Pronounced ZEHN-eeth /ˈzɛn.iθ/Medium
Meaning: Direction, pathMedium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Zenith works as an English given name drawn from the vocabulary word, and the data here links it to the idea of direction or path. It's a word-name rather than one with deep ancestral roots, so its meaning rides on the familiar term itself. That gives it a clear, aspirational feel without a long naming lineage.
The crisp 'z' start and the climbing sound of the word lend the name an upward, peak-of-the-sky quality. It sits among bold one-word choices that parents pick for their plain meaning.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Zenith mean?
Zenith is usually explained as meaning 'direction, path' and is most often linked with English tradition.
How do you pronounce Zenith?
It's commonly said ZEHN-eeth /ˈzɛn.iθ/.
Is Zenith a boy or girl name?
In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Zenith is used as a boy name.
How popular is Zenith?
In 2024, Zenith ranked #2906 in the U.S. for boys, with 44 births recorded.