Zeno, of Greek origin, translates to 'gift of Zeus'. It was borne by several notable figures throughout history, most notably Zeno of Elea, a pre-Socratic philosopher known for his paradoxes. The name gained further popularity through the Roman Emperor Zenon and is still used today, particularly in Greece and Italy.
The name Zeno experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable peak during World War I and again recently since 2014.