Zeno
z(e)-no
US Popularity:7133
Origin:Greek
Meaning:The gift of Zeus; Cart, harness
Zeno is a masculine name of Greek origin, meaning “gift of Zeus” or “cart,” and “harness.” Formed from the name Zenon and the ancient derivative of Zeus, this timeless name holds powerful significance to those intrigued by Greek mythology, meaning “sky” or “shine.” The ancient Hellenes worshipped Zeus as the father of gods and the ruler of the sky. A beloved name in ancient Greece, Zeno was also the name of two ancient philosophers—Zeno of Elea and Zeno of Citium—who remarkably impacted philosophical and ethical thought. Interestingly, this age-old name has a futuristic appeal and fashions a sharp, witty sound. If you know your bundle of joy will be a natural-born leader destined to make a change, then a name like Zeno will suit them perfectly!
Zeno Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Zeno is currently #2207 on The Bump
Boy:Zeno is currently #670 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Zeno is currently #7133 in U.S. births
Boy:Zeno is currently #2435 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#7133
in 2022
- 445
from 2021
Sources
Name Doctor, Zeno
WordSense Dictionary, Zeno
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 570
Ancestry, Zeno Family History
Britannica, Zeno of Elea Greek philosopher and mathematician, April 2020
Behind the Name, Zeus, June 2023
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