Zion vs Dylan

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

Dylan

Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#28
Total SSA Count
7,464
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Zion Rank #151
Dylan Rank #28

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #151 for Zion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zion or Dylan more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to Zion at #151 in the United States.

What do Zion and Dylan mean?

Zion means "highest point, citadel of Jerusalem" (Hebrew origin). Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin).

Are Zion and Dylan boy or girl names?

Zion is primarily a boy name. Dylan is primarily a boy name.

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