Zeal
Greek · Boy · 1 syllable
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Popularity indexHistorical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data
About the name Zeal
The name Zeal derives from the English word "zeal," which comes from Late Latin "zelus" and Greek "zēlos," meaning ardent enthusiasm, fervor, or passionate dedication.
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Etymology
The name Zeal derives from the English word "zeal," which comes from Late Latin "zelus" and Greek "zēlos," meaning ardent enthusiasm, fervor, or passionate dedication. It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and has appeared sporadically in Protestant Christian communities, particularly among Puritans who favored virtue names reflecting spiritual qualities.
Zeal currently ranks #3,752 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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