Sion is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'raised' or 'exalted'. It is a variant of 'Zion', often used in reference to Jerusalem or as a metaphor for a promised land. In Wales, 'Sion' is also the Welsh form of the name 'John'. This gives it additional cultural significance in Welsh-speaking regions, where 'Sion' connects to religious and historical contexts.
IPA: /ʃɪˈɒn/ · Simplified: shi-ON
22/100
Popularity
Rising
10-Year Trend
5
Countries
2024
Peak Year
Etymology, origin story, and cultural significance.
Sion is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'raised' or 'exalted'. It is a variant of 'Zion', often used in reference to Jerusalem or as a metaphor for a promised land. In Wales, 'Sion' is also the Welsh form of the name 'John'. This gives it additional cultural significance in Welsh-speaking regions, where 'Sion' connects to religious and historical contexts.
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IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.
IPA: /ʃɪˈɒn/ · Simplified: shi-ON
Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.
Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.
Top countries where this name is most common.
Israel
Wales
United Kingdom
Australia
United States
Curated name lists where this name appears
Traits and perception commonly associated with this name.
Individuals named Sion are often perceived as thoughtful and introspective, drawn to understanding deeper meanings and connections. They tend to be creative and culturally aware, with a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity in their perspectives.
Traditional celebration date for this name.
Not traditionally celebrated
Well-known figures who share this name.
Sion Sono
Japanese filmmaker and poet known for his provocative style, b. 1961
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