Zion vs Silas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zion

Boy #151 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"highest point, citadel of Jerusalem"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew American Rastafarian

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Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

English American Biblical

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Zion Rank #151

Silas Rank #81

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #151 for Zion.

Is Zion or Silas more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Zion at #151 in the United States.

What do Zion and Silas mean?

Zion means "highest point, citadel of Jerusalem" (Hebrew origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Zion and Silas boy or girl names?

Zion is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.