Declining since 2020, #2,676 for boys today.
Popularity of Zyion since 1999
Babies named Zyion per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 0 | 14 |
| 2000s | 47 | 258 |
| 2010s | 135 | 731 |
| 2020s | 12 | 400 |
Meaning & origin
Zyion first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1999, reflecting a modern trend of respelling established names to create a unique identity. Its peak popularity came in 2011, but since 2020 its usage has been declining. As of 2025, it ranks 2676th, with about 1 in every 35,585 male newborns receiving the name. Top state usage includes North Carolina. While its exact meaning is uncertain due to its invented nature, it is commonly associated with Zion and carries a contemporary, stylish feel. The name fits within the broader category of modern phonetic variations like Jayceon or Bryson, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding choice.
Zyion is a modern coinage that appears to be a respelling of Zion, a Hebrew place name meaning 'highest point.' It emerged in the United States in the late 1990s, following a trend of substituting 'Z' for 'S' to create a distinctive spelling. The name has no historical usage prior to 1999.
Where Zyion is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zy
Variants: Zion, Zy'on
Sibling names for Zyion
Names that share Zyion's style, for a brother or sister.
