Zyonna
A feminine name derived from Arabic meaning "bloom" or "blossoming flower".
Name Census estimates that about 606 living Americans carry the first name Zyonna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Zyonna today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Zyonna births was 2014 (39 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Zyonna. 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
606
~ 1 in 565,601 Americans
Peak year
2014
39 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2024 SSA rank
#7,936
Tracked since 1999
Popularity
Zyonna: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Zyonna 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 301 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Zyonna remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Zyonna 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 Zyonna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Zyonnas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 6 states and territories. North Carolina, Virginia, South Carolina recorded the most babies named Zyonna, while Ohio, Illinois, Georgia recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 13 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Zyonna
The name Zyonna is believed to have originated as a modern invention, likely inspired by a combination of existing names and sounds from various languages. While its exact origins are unclear, it appears to be a relatively new name that has gained popularity in recent years.
One possible influence on the name Zyonna could be the French name Yvonne, which derives from the Germanic name Ivana, meaning "yew" or "archer." The "Zy" prefix may have been added to create a unique and distinctive name, perhaps drawing inspiration from names like Zyla or Zyra.
Additionally, the name Zyonna could have been inspired by names from various African languages. For instance, the Swahili name Zione means "faith," and the Yoruba name Iyonu means "gift of life." The combination of these sounds and meanings may have contributed to the creation of the name Zyonna.
While there are no known historical records or ancient texts featuring the name Zyonna, its modern popularity has led to a few notable individuals bearing this name. One example is Zyonna Rodriguez, an American actress known for her roles in films and television shows like "East Los High" and "Vida."
Another notable Zyonna is Zyonna Hill, an American track and field athlete who competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics. She specialized in the triple jump and holds several records at her alma mater, the University of South Carolina.
Zyonna Sandiford is a British social media influencer and model who has gained a significant following on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. She is known for her fashion and lifestyle content, inspiring many young people with her style and confidence.
Zyonna McFarland is an American basketball player who played for the University of Alabama and was drafted by the Minnesota Lynx in the 2022 WNBA draft. Her achievements on the court have made her a notable figure among young athletes.
Zyonna Weaver is an American singer and songwriter who has gained recognition for her soulful R&B and pop music. Her powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics have earned her a dedicated fan base, particularly among young listeners.
While the name Zyonna is relatively new and its origins are uncertain, it has already made its mark in various fields, from entertainment to sports and social media. As a unique and distinctive name, it is likely to continue gaining popularity in the years to come.
People
Zyonna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Zyonna 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
Zyonna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Zyonna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 606 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Zyonna 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 565,601 US residents.
Is Zyonna a common name?
We classify Zyonna as "Very Rare". It ranks above 86.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 612 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Zyonna most popular?
The single biggest year for Zyonna was 2014, when 39 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Zyonna is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Zyonna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Zyonna 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.