Sion - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Sion \sion\ is of Hebrew origin. Refers to the fortified hill of pre-Israelite Jerusalem. After the Israelites captured this hill, it became the official residence of king David and other kings. To Christians, Sion is a symbol of heaven.

Sion has 1 variant form: Zion.

Baby names that sound like Sion are Syon, Cian, Sean, Shan, Shonn, Signe, Signy and Swen.

Sion is a very rare male first name and a very rare surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Sion. Click here to compare Sion with related baby names.