Zi
Unisex
Zi is a short form of
Zion: on birth records it is written Zion (39,969 births). History, popularity and famous bearers: on the Zion page. Also a short form of Joziah, Zita.
Origin: Hebrew (biblical place-name).
Meaning: Highest point, citadel, stronghold.
From Hebrew Tsiyyon (צִיּוֹן), the name of the fortified hill of Jerusalem, of uncertain origin but linked to notions of a 'citadel', 'stronghold' or 'highest point'.
The story of the name Zi
Zi is a short form of Zion. It keeps its origin (Hebrew (biblical place-name)) and meaning — highest point, citadel, stronghold.
On birth records, Zi is rarely written as such: the Zis are Zions (39,969 births). For the name's history, year-by-year popularity and famous bearers, read the Zion page. Zi is also a short form of Joziah, Zita.
Frequently asked questions about Zi
What does Zi mean?
Zi is a short form of Zion, which means highest point, citadel, stronghold.
When is Zi's name day?
Zi shares Zion's name day.
Is Zi a name in its own right?
It is a familiar short form. It does not appear as such in birth records, where you find Zion.
Zi's profile
Energy
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Humor
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Independence
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Sensitivity
6/10
Ambition
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Stability
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Whimsy
7/10
Diplomacy
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Loyalty
7/10
Need for attention
6/10
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