Zion vs Evan

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

Evan

Boy #143 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Welsh form of John

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#143
Total SSA Count
2,526
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Zion Rank #151
Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #151 for Zion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zion or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Zion at #151 in the United States.

What do Zion and Evan mean?

Zion means "highest point, citadel of Jerusalem" (Hebrew origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Zion and Evan boy or girl names?

Zion is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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