Zion vs Ethan

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

Ethan

Boy #19 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"permanent, long-lived"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19
Total SSA Count
8,170
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Zion Rank #151
Ethan Rank #19

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 vs #151 for Zion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zion or Ethan more popular?

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Zion at #151 in the United States.

What do Zion and Ethan mean?

Zion means "highest point, citadel of Jerusalem" (Hebrew origin). Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin).

Are Zion and Ethan boy or girl names?

Zion is primarily a boy name. Ethan is primarily a boy name.

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