UK girl's name
Ziona
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "shining", "bright", or "radiant".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2014. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ziona is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ziona popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2014 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4684, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 4 births.
This profile covers 8 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2012 to 2014. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 8 living people in the UK are called Ziona. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2015 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ziona ranked #4684 for girls in England and Wales in 2014, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 4 girls were registered as Ziona.
- • About 8 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ziona as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4684
2014
Births in 2014
4
Latest year
Peak year
2012
4 births
Estimated living
8
2026
Meaning
What does Ziona mean?
The name Ziona is derived from the Hebrew language and has its origins in ancient Judaic culture. It is believed to be a feminine variation of the name Zion, which refers to the biblical Mount Zion and the ancient city of Jerusalem. The name Zion itself is rooted in the Hebrew word "Tziyon," meaning "monument" or "memorial."
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Ziona can be found in the Book of Isaiah from the Hebrew Bible, where it is used as a symbolic representation of the city of Jerusalem and the land of Israel. This connection to the holy city and the promised land imbued the name with a sense of spiritual significance and reverence.
Throughout history, the name Ziona has been borne by individuals from various religious and cultural backgrounds, particularly those with ties to Judaism or Christianity. One notable figure was Ziona Harmon (1789-1884), an American missionary who dedicated her life to spreading Christianity among Native American tribes in the early 19th century.
Another prominent individual with the name Ziona was Ziona Chana (1909-1974), an Israeli author, and poet who played a significant role in the development of modern Hebrew literature. Her works often explored themes of identity, tradition, and the struggles of immigrants in the newly established state of Israel.
In the realm of music, Ziona Patir (born 1939) is a renowned Israeli singer and actress who has made significant contributions to the folk and popular music scene in Israel. Her music has been influential in preserving and celebrating the cultural heritage of the country.
Ziona Chana Mirkin (1925-2009) was a Russian-born Israeli artist and sculptor known for her abstract and figurative works. Her sculptures can be found in various public spaces and museums throughout Israel, reflecting the country's artistic and cultural diversity.
While the name Ziona has its roots in ancient Hebrew tradition, it has transcended its original cultural context and has been embraced by individuals from diverse backgrounds, each adding their unique stories and experiences to the legacy of this meaningful name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ziona over time
The chart below shows babies named Ziona registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2012 to 2014. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Ziona, the clearest high point is 2012. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2014, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ziona by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ziona was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4761 | 8 | 2 |
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FAQ
Ziona: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ziona in the UK right now?
In 2014, Ziona was ranked #4684 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Ziona most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 4 babies registered as Ziona in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ziona?
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "shining", "bright", or "radiant".
How many people are called Ziona in the UK?
A total of 8 babies have been registered as Ziona across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.