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Zion

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Pronounced ZYE-uhn /ˈzaɪ.ən/Medium

Meaning: Highest point; fortification; a name for JerusalemMedium

In 30 seconds: Zion is a Hebrew name meaning 'highest point' or 'fortification', long used as a name for Jerusalem. Here it is given to a girl.
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Origin MediumHebrew
MeaningHighest point; fortification; a name for Jerusalem
U.S. rank (2024)#1919 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births104 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2007
Total births (all-time)≈ 6,928

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200719852024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Zion comes from Hebrew, where it names a fortified height and became a poetic name for Jerusalem itself. That heritage gives the name a strong spiritual and scriptural weight. As a given name it works for girls and boys alike.

The crisp single sound and its Hebrew form Tzion underline its biblical roots. Actress Zión Moreno and athlete Zion Williamson both carry the name.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Zion is 'origin uncertain', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name - Zion — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

Tzion

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Zión Moreno (1995–present)
    Notable public figure listed on Behind the Name.
  • ★Zion Williamson (2000–present)
    Male public figure listed on Behind the Name.

If you like Zion…

Salem— A name drawn from Jerusalem, sharing Zion's holy-city association.
Ariel— A Hebrew name also used poetically for Jerusalem, akin to Zion.
Eden— A Hebrew place name with the same scriptural, spiritual weight as Zion.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Zion mean?

Zion is usually explained as meaning 'origin uncertain' and is most often linked with Jewish tradition.

How do you pronounce Zion?

It's commonly said ZYE-uhn /ˈzaɪ.ən/.

Is Zion a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Zion is used as a girl name.

How popular is Zion?

In 2024, Zion ranked #1919 in the U.S. for girls, with 104 births recorded.