Zion

ZYE-on

Hebrew

"highest point"

Zion Origin and Meaning

The name Zion is a girl's name of Hebrew origin meaning "highest point".

A Biblical place name and a unisex choice that has been on the rise in the US in recent years. With its bright sound and cool, zippy Z beginning, it blends religious significance and trendiness.

Popularized by singer Lauryn Hill back in the 90s and by other celebrities since, Zion is an alternate name for Jerusalem and is used as a nationalistic pro-Israel movement known as Zionism. As such, it might be considered a controversial choice, depending on your beliefs.

Zion appeared in the US Top 1000 for girls back in the 2010s, though it has been trending downwards since 2017. Until 2023, it was still on the rise for boys, but in 2024, it saw a downwards dip across the board. Given to 20% less babies than the previous year, conflicts in 2024 may have swayed parents away from the name, though it has yet to be seen in this is a permanent or widespread shift.

Zion Rank in US Top 1000

# 928 in the US

Zion Rank in Nameberry Top 1000

# 1966 on Nameberry

Popularity of the name Zion

• 928 US 2017
• 1966 Nameberry 2025
• 919 Unique 2024

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Famous People Named Zion

• Zion Quari Barrino (b. 2001) daughter of American singer Fantasia Barrino
• Odessa Zion Adlon (b. 1999) also known as Odessa A'zion, actress and daughter of Pamela Adlon