Zion vs David

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

David

Boy #31 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, darling"

Origin: Hebrew Dawid from dod

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Spanish French Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#31
Total SSA Count
7,317
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Zion Rank #151
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #151 for Zion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zion or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Zion at #151 in the United States.

What do Zion and David mean?

Zion means "highest point, citadel of Jerusalem" (Hebrew origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Zion and David boy or girl names?

Zion is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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