Ziona
Fact sheet
- Name
- Ziona
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Ziona is the feminine variant of the name Zion. Translated, it means 'the Dry One' and likely has its origin in the ancient Hebrew term ṣjh (ציה), which means 'to be dry'.
What does the name Ziona mean?
The name Ziona is derived as the feminine form of Zion and carries the meaning 'the Dry One'. This meaning may be traced back to the ancient Hebrew word ṣjh (ציה), while the ancient Hebrew term tsiyón (צִיּוֹן) refers to 'Zion' or 'Jerusalem', a prominent hill on which the old Jerusalem was partially built.
Where does the name Ziona come from?
Ziona is a female first name of ancient Hebrew origin meaning 'the Dry One'. The origin is based on the
How do you pronounce Ziona?
Ziona is pronounced as 'Zee-oh-nah'.
Popularity
In Germany, Ziona is a rather rare first name. In 2019, it ranked 4,068th on the list of the most popular female baby names. In the past ten years, Ziona has been chosen as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it at 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, the name ranks 11,574th. For the global popularity and distribution of Ziona, here are the rankings in the name charts of several countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Ona / Zizi
Similar first names
Frequently asked questions about the name Ziona
What is the origin of the name Ziona?
Ziona is a female first name of ancient Hebrew origin and is often considered the feminine form of Zion.
What does the name Ziona mean?
The name Ziona means 'the Dry One' and is derived from the ancient Hebrew words for 'to be dry' and 'Zion'.
How popular is the name Ziona?
Ziona is a rather rare name but is gaining popularity in modern naming practices, especially in creative and international contexts.