Zen
girl name#3517 in 2025Zen entered the US charts in 1998, peaked at #2661 in 2022, ranks #3517 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1998–2025
#3517
rank today
#2661
peak (2022)
43
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #14122 |
| 2000s | #12214 |
| 2010s | #6986 |
| 2020s | #3172 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Zen has been most popular in TX, NY, CA.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Zen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zen is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zen in 2025?
- Zen ranks #3517 among US girl names in 2025, with 43 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zen most popular?
- Zen peaked in 2022, reaching #2661 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Zen with classmates?
- Zen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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