Zylo
A invented name of uncertain meaning and origin.
Name Census estimates that about 166 living Americans carry the first name Zylo. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Zylo today is around 4 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Zylo births was 2024 (51 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Zylo. 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
166
~ 1 in 2,064,785 Americans
Peak year
2024
51 babies that year
Average age
4
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,626
Tracked since 2017
Popularity
Zylo: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Zylo from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 153 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Zylo 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 Zylo during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Zylos live
The SSA's state-level files cover 4 states and territories. California, Florida, New York recorded the most babies named Zylo, while Texas, New York, Florida recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 10 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Zylo
The name Zylo is a relatively modern invention, with its origins likely stemming from a combination of various linguistic influences. It bears similarities to the Greek word "zylos," meaning "wood," and the Latin word "zylus," meaning "tree." However, there is no definitive record of the name's usage in ancient times or its appearance in historical texts or religious scriptures.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Zylo dates back to the late 20th century. Zylo Mafra, a Brazilian footballer born in 1984, gained recognition for his skills on the pitch, playing for various clubs in his home country.
Another notable figure with the name Zylo is Zylo Sanchez, a Mexican-American artist born in 1975. Sanchez is known for his vibrant abstract paintings and has exhibited his works in galleries across the United States.
In the realm of literature, Zylo Torp is a fictional character from the science fiction novel "The Andromeda Strain" by Michael Crichton, published in 1969. Torp is a brilliant scientist who plays a pivotal role in the investigation of an extraterrestrial microorganism that threatens humanity.
Moving to the music industry, Zylo Zion is the stage name of a British-Jamaican reggae artist born in 1980. Zion has released several albums and is known for his conscious lyrics and positive messages.
Lastly, Zylo Vega is the name of a Venezuelan fashion designer born in 1988. Vega's bold and innovative designs have graced the runways of major fashion shows, earning him recognition in the industry.
While the name Zylo is relatively uncommon, these individuals have contributed to various fields, showcasing the versatility and uniqueness of this moniker. Despite its modern origins, the name's potential connection to nature-related words from ancient languages adds an intriguing dimension to its etymology.
People
Zylo + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Zylo 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
Zylo: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Zylo?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 166 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Zylo 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 2,064,785 US residents.
Is Zylo a common name?
We classify Zylo as "Very Rare". It ranks above 71.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 167 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Zylo most popular?
The single biggest year for Zylo was 2024, when 51 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Zylo is about 4 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Zylo a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Zylo in the SSA data are male. 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.