Zeno Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZEE-no / /ˈziː.noʊ/Greek
Meaning
gift of Zeus
Historical & Cultural Background
Zeno is derived from the Greek name Zenon, which is associated with the god Zeus. The name has historical significance due to Zeno of Citium, a philosopher who founded Stoicism in the 3rd century BCE. Zeno has been used in various cultures and has seen a resurgence in interest in recent years, particularly in philosophical contexts.
Trend Summary
Zeno has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zenon
International Variants
- Zénon (French)
- Zeno (Italian)
- Zeno (Spanish)
Famous people named Zeno
Zeno of Citium was a Greek philosopher known for founding the Stoic school of philosophy.
Zeno of Elea was a pre-Socratic philosopher famous for his paradoxes.
Zeno Kosidowski was a Polish-American mathematician recognized for his work in mathematical logic.
Zeno Tzatzaros is a contemporary Greek artist known for his modern sculptures.
Fictional characters named Zeno
Zeno is a character in the anime series 'Dragon Ball Super,' known for being a powerful deity.
Zeno is a character in the video game 'Final Fantasy XV,' serving as a minor antagonist.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zeno was first seen in the United States in 1883. Zeno has ranked as high as #1302 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, North Carolina, Florida, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Zeno has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zeno (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 12 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1890 | 9 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1894 | 9 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1902 | 12 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 14 |
| 1915 | 24 |
| 1916 | 21 |
| 1917 | 12 |
| 1918 | 24 |
| 1919 | 19 |
| 1920 | 24 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 23 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 22 |
| 1927 | 13 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1929 | 15 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 24 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 38 |
| 2022 | 36 |
| 2023 | 51 |
| 2024 | 58 |