Zebulon
Zebulon is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Exalted home, dwelling, or honor.
Origin and history
Zebulon is a biblical name of Hebrew origin meaning dwelling or honor. It historically refers to one of the twelve tribes of Israel in the Old Testament. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice with consistent historic use.
Popularity in the United States
2,149 babies in the United States have been named Zebulon since 1880. It ranks #2784 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1790.
States where it is most popular
- NC (39 %)
- CA (11.6 %)
- TX (7 %)
- CO (6.7 %)
- IL (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 6 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 19 |
| 1920-1930 | 19 |
| 1930-1940 | 9 |
| 1940-1950 | 18 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 16 |
| 1970-1980 | 341 |
| 1980-1990 | 610 |
| 1990-2000 | 416 |
| 2000-2010 | 281 |
| 2010-2019 | 272 |
| 2020-2029 | 137 |
Famous people named Zebulon
- Zebulon Pike: Explorer, Military Officer
- Zebulon Vance: Politician, Governor
Nicknames
Zeb
Fun facts
- American explorer Zebulon Pike, after whom Pikes Peak in Colorado is named, helped popularize the name in early U.S. history.
- The tribe of Zebulon is mentioned throughout the Old Testament as one of the northern tribes of Israel.