Declining since 2016, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Zeplin since 2008
Babies named Zeplin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 75 |
| 2020s | 39 |
Meaning & origin
Zeplin is an exceptionally rare modern name in the United States, first recorded in 2008. It reached its peak popularity in 2015, but has been declining since 2016. In the most recent year available (2025), the name ranked 10,695, with about 1 in 284,679 babies named Zeplin. The name appears to be a respelling of Zeppelin, referencing the airship, without a traditional etymology. It has not been recorded in any top states, reflecting its extreme rarity. For parents seeking a truly unique name with a modern, aerodynamic feel, Zeplin offers a distinctive but little-used option.
Zeplin is a rare modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 2008. It appears to be a phonetic respelling of Zeppelin, the iconic rigid airship pioneered by Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin in the early 20th century. The name may also be influenced by similar-sounding names like Zephan or Zephyr. Its usage has remained extremely uncommon, peaking in 2015 and declining since 2016.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Zeppelin
Sibling names for Zeplin
Names that share Zeplin's style, for a brother or sister.
