Zebulon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zebulon is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'dwelling' or 'habitation'. It evolved from the biblical figure Zebulun, the son of Jacob, through Latin into its modern form in English. The name symbolizes a sense of home and belonging. It has biblical significance but is not widely used today, often seen as unique or traditional. Notable figures include explorers and politicians.
The name Zebulon is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zebulon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Zebulon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4998th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5062nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5438th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1698th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1540th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3339th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4028th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Zebulon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zebulon"
Pronunciation
/ˈzɛb.jʊ.lɒn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Zebulon comes from the Hebrew name 'Zebulun', which appears in the Bible. It is believed to mean 'dwelling' or 'habitation', reflecting the idea of a place of rest.
Meaning
dwelling, habitation
Language Evolution
Zebulun (Hebrew), Zebulon (Latin), Zebulon (English)
Biblical Background
Zebulon is a significant figure in the Bible, being one of the twelve sons of Jacob and Leah, and the founder of the Tribe of Zebulun.
Historical Usage
The name Zebulon has been used since biblical times and gained popularity in various cultures, particularly among Jewish communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Zebulon, Zebulun, Zeb
Modern Popularity & Image
Zebulon is relatively uncommon in modern usage, often regarded as an old-fashioned or unique name that carries a biblical heritage.
Famous People
Zebulon Pike, an American explorer, Zebulon Baird Vance, a Governor of North Carolina
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zebulon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Zebulon"
"Zebulon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4998th of 7545 | 32 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5062nd of 6773 | 23 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5438th of 7552 | 24 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1698th of 10718 | 440 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1540th of 16616 | 822 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3339th of 24088 | 469 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4028th of 23106 | 313 |
Regional Popularity of "Zebulon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
75.44% 1785th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
40.96% 1203rd/2937 |
55.90% 1947th/3483 |
49.91% 1756th/3518 |
37.24% 1506th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
43.74% 1612th/3685 |
62.19% 2783rd/4475 |
36.83% 1913th/5194 |
40.62% 2566th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
39.16% 2864th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
58.47% 3989th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Zebulon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zebulon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zebulon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.