Zeus is of Greek origin and means 'god'. It is derived from the name of the Greek god Zeus, who was regarded as the ruler of heaven and earth and king of all the gods in ancient Greek mythology. The name Zeus has been used sparingly throughout history but gained some popularity in the United States during the 1970s.
The name Zeus experienced a notable surge in popularity from the late 1990s onwards, with a significant increase in births occurring annually since then.