Zeno
Via Latin Zēnō, from Ancient Greek Ζήνων (Zḗnōn), an ancient derivative of Ζεύς (Zeús), from Proto-Hellenic *dzéus, from Proto-Indo-European *dyḗws.
Every Zeno since 1883 — 1,491 of them. Popularity, births, and rankings for each year, from official Social Security records.
The story of Zeno
Zeno is rare for boys in the United States, ranked #2,537 in 2025 with 53 babies given the name. It is currently rising compared with a decade ago.
Since 1883, 1,491 American babies have been named Zeno. Its peak came in 2024, when 58 newborns received the name — the signature sound of the 2020s.
The chart above shows the full history: the popularity view (births per 1,000 babies) is the honest comparison across generations, since total US births have changed enormously since 1880. Switch to the rank view to see where Zeno stood among all boys' names in any year, or use the compare tool to plot it against other names.
Zeno year by year
Every year since 2001, and five-year steps back to 1880. Rank is within each sex.
| Year | Boys | Boys rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 53 | #2,537 |
| 2024 | 58 | #2,416 |
| 2023 | 51 | #2,613 |
| 2022 | 36 | #3,340 |
| 2021 | 38 | #3,178 |
| 2020 | 32 | #3,495 |
| 2019 | 31 | #3,634 |
| 2018 | 38 | #3,104 |
| 2017 | 24 | #4,329 |
| 2016 | 26 | #4,096 |
| 2015 | 24 | #4,293 |
| 2014 | 25 | #4,137 |
| 2013 | 14 | #6,234 |
| 2012 | 15 | #5,997 |
| 2011 | 13 | #6,575 |
| 2010 | 12 | #7,082 |
| 2009 | 7 | #10,976 |
| 2008 | 18 | #5,247 |
| 2007 | 5 | #14,378 |
| 2006 | 11 | #7,421 |
| 2005 | 8 | #9,107 |
| 2004 | 12 | #6,515 |
| 2003 | 5 | #12,753 |
| 2002 | 6 | #10,656 |
| 2001 | 8 | #8,332 |
| 2000 | 6 | #10,342 |
| 1995 | 7 | #7,791 |
| 1990 | 8 | #6,413 |
| 1985 | 9 | #4,695 |
| 1980 | 6 | #6,244 |
| 1975 | 7 | #4,795 |
| 1970 | — | — |
| 1965 | 8 | #3,243 |
| 1960 | 6 | #4,036 |
| 1955 | 8 | #3,200 |
| 1950 | 6 | #3,680 |
| 1945 | 7 | #2,995 |
| 1940 | 11 | #2,321 |
| 1935 | 16 | #1,836 |
| 1930 | 19 | #1,752 |
| 1925 | 15 | #2,190 |
| 1920 | 24 | #1,591 |
| 1915 | 24 | #1,408 |
| 1910 | 6 | #1,587 |
| 1905 | 9 | #918 |
| 1900 | 5 | #1,506 |
| 1895 | — | — |
| 1890 | 9 | #738 |
| 1885 | — | — |
| 1880 | — | — |
Famous people named Zeno
- Zeno of Elea Philosopher · -490–-425
- Zeno of Citium Philosopher · -334–-263
- Zeno Politician · 425–491
- Zeno of Verona Religious figure · 300–371
- Zeno of Sidon Philosopher · -150–-75
Ranked by global fame across Wikipedia editions (Pantheon project, MIT).
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zeno mean?
Via Latin Zēnō, from Ancient Greek Ζήνων (Zḗnōn), an ancient derivative of Ζεύς (Zeús), from Proto-Hellenic *dzéus, from Proto-Indo-European *dyḗws.
How popular is the name Zeno in 2025?
Zeno ranked #2,537 among boys' names in the United States in 2025, with 53 babies given the name, according to Social Security Administration data.
How many people are named Zeno?
1,491 babies have been named Zeno in the United States since 1883, based on Social Security card applications.
When was the name Zeno most popular?
Zeno peaked in 2024, when 58 newborns received the name.
Is Zeno a boy or girl name?
Zeno is overwhelmingly a boy's name — 100% of babies with the name.
Is the name Zeno rising or falling?
Zeno is on the rise — noticeably more popular now than a decade ago.
Who are famous people named Zeno?
Well-known people named Zeno include Zeno of Elea (philosopher), Zeno of Citium (philosopher), Zeno (politician).