Zebulon
boy name#4857 in 2025Zebulon entered the US charts in 1891, peaked at #775 in 1979, ranks #4857 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1891–2025
#4857
rank today
#775
peak (1979)
20
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #841 |
| 1910s | #3270 |
| 1920s | #3676 |
| 1930s | #2651 |
| 1940s | #3302 |
| 1950s | #3988 |
| 1960s | #3227 |
| 1970s | #2854 |
| 1980s | #1299 |
| 1990s | #2032 |
| 2000s | #3614 |
| 2010s | #3882 |
| 2020s | #4488 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Zebulon has been most popular in NC.
Living bearers
About 2,000 people named Zebulon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zebulon alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zebulon in 2025?
- Zebulon ranks #4857 among US boy names in 2025, with 20 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zebulon most popular?
- Zebulon peaked in 1979, reaching #775 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Zebulon with classmates?
- Zebulon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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