How Many People Are Named Zion?
Complete statistics for the name Zion: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Zion is a modern name with a unique sound. There are about 50,758 people named Zion in the U.S., which makes it so rare that only 1 in 6,501 Americans shares this name. It peaked in 2023 with 3,014 births that year.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Zion carries the numerology life-path number 1, which traditionally represents independence, leadership, and a pioneering spirit. People associated with number 1 are seen as self-driven individuals who carve their own path rather than follow someone else's.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 13All 51,273 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2023Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Zion Through the Generations
The name Zion has seen a steady rise in popularity, with its peak in 2023 marking a significant increase from previous years. Currently, 99% of people named Zion are under 30, making it a distinctly modern choice. While the total number of births is 51,273, the number of living individuals stands at 50,758, indicating a slight increase over time. The majority of Zions are under 30, with only a small fraction aged 30-60 and just six over 60, suggesting a relatively new generation of bearers. This trend is particularly interesting given the name's rarity and its association with younger demographics.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Zion's Hebrew roots
📄 About the Name Zion
How Many People Have the Name Zion?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,322 people in the United States currently share the name Zion. That works out to roughly 1 in every 250,718 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Zion a Common or Rare Name?
Zion is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Zion Mean?
Zion means "holy hill, promised land" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Zion in SSA data, approximately 86% are male and 14% are female.
When Was Zion Most Popular?
The name Zion reached peak popularity in 2023, with 3,014 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Zion?
Approximately 1,322 people named Zion live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,322. That works out to roughly 1 in 250,718 Americans.
Is Zion a rare name?
Zion is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 250,718 Americans has this name.
What does the name Zion mean?
Zion means "holy hill, promised land" and comes from Hebrew origins.
Is Zion more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 86% of people named Zion are male and 14% are female.
When was Zion most popular?
Zion peaked in 2023 with 3,014 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.