Zion Name Meaning, Origin, Popularity, Boy Names Like Zion

Zion Name Origin: Hebrew
Pronunciation: zy-on
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Zion Name Meaning

The name Zion has a variety of meanings, depending on the context in which it is used. It can be seen as a symbol of hope, of faith, and of God’s presence in our lives. It is often seen as a sign of God’s protection and guidance, and is a reminder that He is always there for us. Additionally, Zion can be seen as a reminder of the importance of perseverance and resilience in the face of difficulty.

Origins of the Name Zion

The name Zion is derived from the Hebrew word “tsiyyon”, which means “a sign” or “mark”. It has been used as a symbol of Jerusalem since the First Temple period, and is mentioned many times in the Bible. It is traditionally considered to be the highest point in Jerusalem, and is often seen as a symbol of holiness and God’s presence.

Popularity of the Name Zion

The name Zion has become increasingly popular in recent years. It was the 30th most popular name in the United States in 2018, with nearly 5,000 boys born that year. It is also popular in other countries, including Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. It is often seen as a strong name with a spiritual significance, and is popular for both religious and non-religious families.

Final Thoughts on the Name Zion

The name Zion is a powerful one, with a rich history and deep meaning behind it. From its biblical roots to its modern usage, Zion is a name that has stood the test of time. It is popular for its spiritual significance, and is a reminder of God’s presence in our lives. Whether you’re looking for a name with spiritual connotations or one that’s simply strong and powerful, Zion is one to consider.

Zion Name Popularity

How popular is the name Zion? Here’s everything we know.

Year	Rank	# Births	% Births
1910	—	0	0%
1911	—	0	0%
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1914	—	0	0%
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1932	—	0	0%
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1973	—	0	0%
1974	1,585	6	0.0005%
1975	—	0	0%
1976	—	0	0%
1977	—	0	0%
1978	—	0	0%
1979	—	0	0%
1980	—	0	0%
1981	—	0	0%
1982	1,987	5	0.0003%
1983	—	0	0%
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1986	—	0	0%
1987	—	0	0%
1988	2,229	5	0.0003%
1989	—	0	0%
1990	—	0	0%
1991	—	0	0%
1992	—	0	0%
1993	—	0	0%
1994	2,414	6	0.0004%
1995	1,881	13	0.0009%
1996	1,641	20	0.0013%
1997	1,662	21	0.0014%
1998	694	193	0.0129%
1999	275	1,042	0.0696%
2000	297	987	0.0646%
2001	324	839	0.0557%
2002	334	786	0.0525%
2003	329	848	0.0557%
2004	312	979	0.0642%
2005	293	1,089	0.0712%
2006	268	1,274	0.0814%
2007	235	1,531	0.097%
2008	230	1,577	0.102%
2009	239	1,456	0.0974%
2010	231	1,503	0.1043%
2011	245	1,434	0.1007%
2012	233	1,507	0.1058%
2013	236	1,490	0.1047%
2014	251	1,460	0.1002%
2015	226	1,660	0.1141%
2016	213	1,819	0.1262%
2017	199	1,934	0.1386%
2018	184	2,136	0.1555%
2019	153	2,503	0.1849%
2020	144	2,446	0.1922%
2021	136	2,715	0.2221%
2022	144	2,586	0.196%
2023	125	2,876	0.2222%

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Data via SSA.gov.

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What names are variants of Zion?

Mix it up with these names that are a variation of the name Zion.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Sion		Hebrew

What names sound like Zion?

If you like how Zion sounds, you might also like these names that sound like Zion.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Cian	Ancient	Irish
Syon	Followed by good luck	Indian (Sanskrit)
Zain	God is gracious	Hebrew
Zan		Slavic
Zann		Slavic
Zino	Gift of Zeus	Greek

Lists With Zion

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Siblings of Zion

Mamas with kids named Zion also have kids with these names.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Aria	Vocal solo	English
Chloe	Green sprout	Greek
Elizabeth	God is my oath	Hebrew
Adah	Adornment	Hebrew

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13 Comments

Sarah Jul 25 at 9:38 am

We wanted something biblical and unique, so the names of the disciples were out haha We chose Zion before we found out the gender, so we were planning to use the name either way.

We love how strong it sounds, what it means, and matches the vibe of our family. 🙂

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Jessica Jan 20 at 8:45 am

Zion is a biblical name and very special to me

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Faith Dec 3 at 8:49 am

Love it

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Adrienne Aug 1 at 8:50 am

My husband and I were going through a rough patch during what was a very difficult pregnancy and I took a day at a friends house to rest and take a break. I decided to do a bit of movement and turned on her stereo and Lauryn Hill’s To Zion was playing and I knew that was our baby’s name and everything was going to be ok ?

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Nadia May 20 at 10:08 am

The name Zion is often used to describe a place appointed by the Lord where his followers can live and serve God. Scripture refers to Zion as the “City of Holiness” and a “city of refuge” where the Lord protects his people from the evils in the world.

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Maree Nov 16 at 6:17 pm

We looked up biblical names & wrote some down.
But when we went for our 13week scan, I asked God who is this boy in my womb?! I instantly the name Zion popped up.
Then my husband & I kept praying as we also liked Judah, and the meaning of both names meant a lot to us.
Zion was born and we still hadn’t named him as yet. A friend of mine gave me a prophetic word about our baby & she actually wrote down his name to be Zion (she had noooo idea that was one of the names we were tossing up between).

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- Kwami Richard Jan 11 at 11:44 am
  
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Briana Nov 14 at 4:10 pm

I love nature and Zions national park

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Ester Jul 19 at 3:11 pm

I just love it

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Rachel Nov 8 at 3:30 am

We love the name Zion because we prayed for this baby after the loss of my grandfather, and we look forward to the Lords kingdom (the new Jerusalem, Zion, the holy city) where all sorrow is gone.

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Genesis Dec 29 at 12:28 pm

It’s a special name because my husband choose it he said god has giving him a second chance at life he sees his self as being a better person by raising him up to be a better man then he was I don’t have any dislikes about his name it’s a beautiful name it’s spelled differently zyon in stead but it’s a beautiful name and it fits him

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Brianna Jul 15 at 7:39 pm

I loved how it was in the Bible referring to a mountain, he came out strong and it was the perfect name for him

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Donasiah Jun 8 at 10:05 am

I chose the name Zion when I was young after listening to Lauren Hill’s “To Zion” I thought about how great it would be to have a child with their own song. As I got older I looked into the Hebrew meaning of the name and it means “monument” and that’s what I want for my son’s life. I want him to be strong and monumental.

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