Zen
zen
US Popularity:1644
Origin:Japanese
Meaning:Meditation
Zen is a gender-neutral name of Japanese and English origin, meaning “meditation.” It has strong associations with ideas of peace and tranquility, as in Japanese culture, it refers to a centered state of calm. In English, Zen came to designate a Japanese school of Mahayana Buddhism. With its short and snappy sound, it’s a simple and stylish choice and has been selected by numerous celebrities for their little ones, including Zoe Saldana. Inspire baby with a desire for a serene and tranquil life with Zen.
Zen Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Zen is currently #2286 on The Bump
Boy:Zen is currently #1589 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Zen is currently #1284 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Zen is currently #1644 in U.S. births
Boy:Zen is currently #1939 in U.S. births
Girl:Zen is currently #4888 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#4888
in 2022
+ 767
from 2021
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