Zion vs John

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

Popularity Comparison

Zion Rank #151
John Rank #21

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #151 for Zion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zion or John more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Zion at #151 in the United States.

What do Zion and John mean?

Zion means "highest point, citadel of Jerusalem" (Hebrew origin). John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Zion and John boy or girl names?

Zion is primarily a boy name. John is primarily a boy name.

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