Zyion Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Zyion has a modern English origin, derived from the biblical term 'Zion', which signifies refuge and a holy place. It evolved from historical forms like Zion in Hebrew and Sion in Old French and Middle English. The name embodies traits of strength and individuality, and while it does not directly appear in biblical texts, its roots are deeply connected to significant biblical themes.
The name Zyion is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zyion has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling 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, 'Zyion' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3188th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2053rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13364th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11271st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zyion' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zyion"
Pronunciation
/ˈzaɪən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Zyion is derived from a modern adaptation of the biblical term 'Zion', which refers to a place of refuge and a symbol of the Jewish homeland in Jerusalem. The name has been influenced by contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings and phonetic structures.
Meaning
A sign of refuge or a hill where God dwells.
Language Evolution
Zion (Hebrew: צִיּוֹן), Zion (Old French: Sion), Zion (Middle English: Sion)
Biblical Background
Zyion does not appear in the Bible directly; however, its root, Zion, has significant biblical relevance as a term signifying a holy place.
Historical Usage
The name Zyion gained popularity in the late 20th to early 21st century as parents sought unique and modern names for their children, often inspired by biblical or spiritual concepts.
Variants & Derivatives
Zion, Zya, Zy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zyion is viewed as a trendy and unique name, often associated with strength and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zyion"
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 "Zyion"
"Zyion" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3188th of 24088 | 502 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2053rd of 23106 | 852 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13364th of 35406 | 97 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11271st of 30306 | 97 |
Regional Popularity of "Zyion" by Generation for Male 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) |
- |
58.11% 3001st/5164 |
27.25% 1993rd/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
55.32% 2204th/3984 |
57.97% 2601st/4487 |
22.05% 1504th/6822 |
63.67% 3996th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Zyion" 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 "Zyion"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zyion" 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.