Zionna
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "movable habitation" or "wandering one".
Name Census estimates that about 758 living Americans carry the first name Zionna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Zionna today is around 14 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Zionna births was 2011 (48 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Zionna. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
758
~ 1 in 452,183 Americans
Peak year
2011
48 babies that year
Average age
14
years old
2024 SSA rank
#5,280
Tracked since 1998
Popularity
Zionna: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Zionna from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 345 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Zionna remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Zionna by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Zionna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Zionnas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 7 states and territories. Florida, North Carolina, Pennsylvania recorded the most babies named Zionna, while Ohio, New Jersey, Michigan recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 11 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Zionna
The name Zionna is believed to have originated from the Hebrew language, with its roots tracing back to ancient times. It is thought to be a combination of the Hebrew words "zion," meaning "highest point" or "monument," and "na," which can be translated as "to wander" or "to journey."
In the context of Hebrew culture and tradition, the name Zionna may have been associated with the idea of a spiritual or physical journey, perhaps representing the pursuit of enlightenment or the attainment of a higher state of being. It could also be interpreted as a reference to the sacred city of Jerusalem, which is often referred to as Zion in religious texts.
While the name Zionna does not appear to have a direct mention in ancient scriptures or historical records, its components can be traced back to biblical times and the rich heritage of the Hebrew language. The name's unique blend of meanings and its connection to sacred sites and spiritual concepts may have contributed to its enduring appeal throughout the centuries.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Zionna was a Jewish scholar and philosopher who lived in the 12th century CE. Zionna ben Isaac, born in Spain around 1150, was renowned for his contributions to the study of Kabbalah and his interpretations of the Torah.
In the 16th century, Zionna Abravanel, a prominent figure in the Jewish community of Venice, Italy, played a significant role in supporting Jewish education and cultural preservation during a time of upheaval and persecution.
Moving forward in history, Zionna Katz, a German-born artist and activist, gained recognition in the 19th century for her powerful portrayal of the struggles faced by marginalized communities through her paintings and etchings.
In the 20th century, Zionna Goldberg, a renowned American mathematician and educator, made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and was instrumental in advancing the education of women in mathematics.
More recently, Zionna Jacobs, a South African writer and social commentator, has gained acclaim for her thought-provoking works exploring themes of identity, culture, and social justice.
While the name Zionna may not have achieved widespread popularity throughout history, its unique blend of meanings and its connection to ancient cultures and spiritual traditions have undoubtedly contributed to its enduring presence across various communities and generations.
People
Zionna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Zionna as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with Z
Other first names starting with Z with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Zionna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Zionna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 758 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Zionna going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 452,183 US residents.
Is Zionna a common name?
We classify Zionna as "Very Rare". It ranks above 88.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 766 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Zionna most popular?
The single biggest year for Zionna was 2011, when 48 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Zionna is about 14 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Zionna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Zionna in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.