Zylon
A unique name of uncertain origin potentially derived from zylon meaning "wood".
Name Census estimates that about 187 living Americans carry the first name Zylon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Zylon today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Zylon births was 2024 (31 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Zylon. 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
187
~ 1 in 1,832,911 Americans
Peak year
2024
31 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,679
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Zylon: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Zylon from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 88 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
Zylon 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 Zylon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Zylons live
Origin
Meaning and history of Zylon
The name Zylon is believed to have originated from the ancient Greek language, with its roots traced back to the Byzantine era, around the 5th to 6th century AD. It is thought to be derived from the Greek word "zylón," which means "wood" or "timber." This suggests that the name may have been associated with professions or trades related to woodworking or forestry.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Zylon can be found in a Byzantine manuscript from the 7th century, which mentions a woodcarver named Zylon who was renowned for his intricate and beautiful works. This manuscript provides valuable insights into the cultural and artistic significance of the name during that period.
Throughout history, the name Zylon has been carried by several notable individuals. One of the most prominent figures was Zylon of Tarsus, a Greek philosopher and educator who lived in the 2nd century AD. He was known for his teachings on ethics and virtue, and his works influenced the development of Stoic philosophy.
Another historical figure bearing the name Zylon was a Byzantine military commander who lived in the 10th century. He played a crucial role in defending the city of Constantinople against invading forces and was celebrated for his strategic brilliance and bravery on the battlefield.
In the realm of literature, Zylon the Poet was a renowned figure from the 12th century. His poetic works were widely acclaimed and influential during the Byzantine Renaissance period, contributing to the cultural and literary renaissance of the era.
Fast-forwarding to more recent times, Zylon Dill was a renowned German architect who lived from 1849 to 1901. He was responsible for designing several iconic buildings in Berlin and other German cities, leaving a lasting impact on the architectural landscape of the 19th century.
Lastly, Zylon Markos was a Greek painter and sculptor who lived from 1890 to 1968. He was celebrated for his unique style that blended traditional Greek elements with modern techniques, earning him recognition as one of the most influential artists of his time.
While the name Zylon may not be as common today as it once was, its rich historical legacy and cultural significance continue to captivate those interested in exploring the origins and meanings of names from various civilizations and eras.
People
Zylon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Zylon 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
Zylon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Zylon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 187 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Zylon 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 1,832,911 US residents.
Is Zylon a common name?
We classify Zylon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 73.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 188 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Zylon most popular?
The single biggest year for Zylon was 2024, when 31 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Zylon is about 9 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Zylon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Zylon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Zylon 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.
Is Zylon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Zylon in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Zylon can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Zylon?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.