Zeppelin

At a Glance

Meaning

Airship (as a word name, referencing the rigid airships named after Count von Zeppelin)

Origin

German (surname/place-name origin: from the town Zepelin, via Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin)

Gender

Used for both boys and girls

Pronunciation

ZEP-uh-linListen

Zeppelin is a word name with a literal meaning: airship, borrowed directly from the rigid airships named after Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin. The name traces back to the German town of Zepelin, which is where the count's own surname came from. For a parent who wants a name with a clear, tangible meaning rather than something abstract, Zeppelin means exactly what it says.

Meaning & Origin of Zeppelin

Meaning: Airship (as a word name, referencing the rigid airships named after Count von Zeppelin).

Origin: German (surname/place-name origin: from the town Zepelin, via Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Zeppelin

Popularity of Zeppelin

Social Security data from 1995 through 2024 shows Zeppelin staying rare throughout, reaching its high point at #1225 in 2022 with 161 babies before slipping to #1400 in 2024 with 134.

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FAQ

What does the name Zeppelin mean?

Airship (as a word name, referencing the rigid airships named after Count von Zeppelin). (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Zeppelin?

Zeppelin is pronounced ZEP-uh-lin (IPA: /ˈzɛp.ə.lɪn/).

Is Zeppelin a popular name right now?

Zeppelin is near its all-time peak (#1225 in 2022), ranked #1400 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1995–2024.)

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