An estimated 46,372 living Americans are named Zion.
How rare is Zion?
Zion is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 2,496 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 13.6% from its 2023 peak.
How old is the typical Zion?
The median age of a living American named Zion is approximately 10 years, with most bearers falling between 5 and 18 years old.
Is Zion still popular?
Yes. Zion is holding steady, with 2,496 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Where is Zion most common?
Zion has its strongest geographic signal in Hawaii, where it appears 5.5× more often than the national baseline.
1917Peak 20232025
Peak year
2023
Decline from peak
13.6%
2025
2,496
All-time
46,871
Diaspora map
Zion broke out in Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Hawaii, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia (1999) and became over-represented in 23 states over 25 years.
Broke out: Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Hawaii, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia, 1999 · over-represented in 23 states over 25 years
