Zionah

“Highest point, a hill”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#15278US 2022

6Births / yr

↓Falling

148All-time births

📅 Since 200000

How to pronounce Zionah

ZEYE·un·AH

/ˈzaɪ.ən.ˈɑ/ · stress on ZEYE · 3 syllables

“Highest point, a hill”

American origin · Girl name

What does Zionah mean and where does it come from?

Zionah is derived from the word 'Zion', which holds deep significance in Jewish and Christian traditions, referring to a promised land or a utopian vision. The name has recently gained attention, particularly within communities that cherish biblical names. Its modern usage reflects a blend of herita

Cultural significance

Zionah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of highest point, a hill.

Peak popularity

Reached #8926 in 2018 — currently #15278 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zionah?

Zionah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Zionah Grace

How popular is Zionah right now?

Falling — down 1069 spots — currently #15278 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2022#15278 · Top 11%

2000

2010

2015

2020

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#15278	6	▼ down 1069
2020	#14209	6	▼ down 397 · -14% births
2015	#13812	7	▼ down 2787 · -30% births
2010	#11025	10	▲ up 6624 · +100% births
2000	#17649	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zionah

Best Year2010Rank #11025

Peak Count10

Average Rank#14395

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20225 years

The story of Zionah

Zionah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2000. With 148 total births recorded, Zionah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #17649 in 2000 to #15278 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Zionah in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Zionah by decade

Zionah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	50
2010s ★	92
2020s	6

💎Zionah has only 148 total recorded births since 2000 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zionah?

Common

ZioZionZionieZionyOnah

What names sound and feel like Zionah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Zionah also consider these

Zianah

American · the light of

Zionnah

USA · highest point, heaven,

Tionah

American · She who brings

American · highest point, a

Ziora

American · Light or Dawn

Zyonah

American · A variant of

Common questions about the name Zionah

What does the name Zionah mean?

Zionah means "Highest point, a hill" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Zionah?

Zionah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Zionah have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Zionah?

Zionah originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Zionah?

Zionah is a three-syllable name pronounced Z AY1 AH0 N AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Zionah?

Zionah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.