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Brian vs Zion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zion

Boy #151 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"highest point, citadel of Jerusalem"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Rastafarian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#151
Total SSA Count
2,359
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Brian Rank #301
Zion Rank #151

Zion is more popular, ranked #151 vs #301 for Brian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brian or Zion more popular?

Zion is more popular, ranked #151 compared to Brian at #301 in the United States.

What do Brian and Zion mean?

Brian means "noble, high" (Celtic origin). Zion means "highest point, citadel of Jerusalem" (Hebrew origin).

Are Brian and Zion boy or girl names?

Brian is primarily a boy name. Zion is primarily a boy name.

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