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Zion

Zion is a given name and surname derived from the ancient Canaanite hill fortress in Jerusalem called the City of David. It is less commonly spelled Sion, Tzion, Tsion, Tsiyon, Seyon, or Tsiyyon. In Hebrew Zion is one of the 70 Names of Jerusalem. It is of Old English, Greek, and Hebrew origins.

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Meaning

Zion is a given name and surname derived from the ancient Canaanite hill fortress in Jerusalem calle

Snapshot

A boy name with 1 syllables. Currently considered common.

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Historical Context & Cultural Origin

Zion is a name of Hebrew origin, referring to a hill in Jerusalem that became a symbol of the city and the Jewish people. Its religious and nationalistic significance has led to its adoption as a given name, particularly within Jewish communities and more broadly as a name evoking strength and divine connection.

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Zion Williamson, Zion Clark, Zion Williamson

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