Zion vs August

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

August

Boy #88 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great, magnificent"

Origin: Latin (augustus)

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#88
Total SSA Count
3,876
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Zion Rank #151
August Rank #88

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #151 for Zion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zion or August more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Zion at #151 in the United States.

What do Zion and August mean?

Zion means "highest point, citadel of Jerusalem" (Hebrew origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Zion and August boy or girl names?

Zion is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.

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