Zen
boy name#1141 in 2025Zen entered the US charts in 1969, peaked at #905 in 2022, ranks #1141 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1969–2025
#1141
rank today
#905
peak (2022)
185
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4404 |
| 1980s | #6715 |
| 1990s | #4725 |
| 2000s | #2390 |
| 2010s | #1892 |
| 2020s | #1052 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Zen has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 2,700 people named Zen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zen is a kid of about 6 — 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 #1141 among US boy names in 2025, with 185 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zen most popular?
- Zen peaked in 2022, reaching #905 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Zen with classmates?
- Zen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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