Zion
boy name#142 in 2025Zion entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #125 in 2023, ranks #142 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1917–2025
#142
rank today
#125
peak (2023)
2,496
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3545 |
| 1970s | #4119 |
| 1980s | #4384 |
| 1990s | #2201 |
| 2000s | #286 |
| 2010s | #217 |
| 2020s | #140 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Zion has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 46,500 people named Zion are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zion is a kid of about 8 — 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 Zion in 2025?
- Zion ranks #142 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,496 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zion most popular?
- Zion peaked in 2023, reaching #125 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Zion with classmates?
- Zion will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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