Zebulon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZEB-yoo-lon / ˈzɛb.jʊ.lɒnHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'dwelling of honor'; English: 'a variant of Zebulun'
Historical & Cultural Background
Zebulon is derived from the Hebrew name זְבוּלֻן (Zevulun), which appears in the Bible as one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly among Jewish communities. In English-speaking countries, it has seen varying degrees of popularity, often influenced by biblical references.
Trend Summary
Zebulon has remained relatively uncommon in the United States, with occasional spikes in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zeb
- Zebby
International Variants
- Zebulon (French)
- Zebulun (Hebrew)
Famous people named Zebulon
Zebulon Pike was an American explorer known for his expeditions in the early 19th century.
Zebulon Baird Vance served as the Governor of North Carolina during the Civil War.
Zebulon Montgomery Pike was a military officer and explorer who played a significant role in the exploration of the southern portion of the Louisiana Purchase.
Zebulon Butler was a soldier and politician in the American Revolutionary War.
Fictional characters named Zebulon
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zebulon was first seen in the United States in 1891. Zebulon has ranked as high as #1001 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in North Carolina, California, Colorado, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Zebulon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zebulon (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 39 |
| 1978 | 92 |
| 1979 | 125 |
| 1980 | 92 |
| 1981 | 80 |
| 1982 | 72 |
| 1983 | 46 |
| 1984 | 83 |
| 1985 | 53 |
| 1986 | 45 |
| 1987 | 42 |
| 1988 | 52 |
| 1989 | 45 |
| 1990 | 45 |
| 1991 | 39 |
| 1992 | 45 |
| 1993 | 43 |
| 1994 | 46 |
| 1995 | 45 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 43 |
| 1998 | 35 |
| 1999 | 34 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 2001 | 38 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 24 |