How to Say “Sion” in Welsh

By Amy Gabriella • Updated October 7, 2026

Siôn

/ʃoːn/

Siôn is the Welsh name for Sion, the capital of Valais, Switzerland.

Meaning: capital of Valais, Switzerland (name)

How do you pronounce it?

The pronunciation is /ʃoːn/.

Did you know?

In Welsh folklore and idioms, the name Siôn is often used to represent a 'generic' or 'everyman' character, similar to 'Jack' in English phrases like 'Jack of all trades'.
The name Siôn is a doublet of Ifan and Iwan, meaning that all three distinct Welsh names are derived from the same original root.
The widespread use of the name Siôn in Wales is partly due to the translation of the Bible into Welsh during the 16th century.

Example conversation

Gareth and Catrin are planning a trip to Switzerland.

Gareth

Ydyn ni'n ymweld â’n Siôn?
Are we visiting Sion?
Catrin

Ydw, mae'n Hardd iawn.
Yes, it is very beautiful.
Gareth

Ble mae Siôn yn union?
Where exactly is Sion?
Catrin

Mae'n sail yn Valais.
It is the base in Valais.

Sources

Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Siôn, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
Word origins: Wiktionary entries Siôn, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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About The Author

Amy Gabriella

Hello, I'm Amy. When I'm not penning comprehensive guides on how to speak Welsh, you'll find me exploring the beautiful Brecon Beacons or indulging in a cup of traditional Welsh tea. I’m passionate about Welsh language and culture, from Anglesey to ‘araf’ and Boris Johnson to butterflies. I also enjoy baking – 'cake' is another Welsh word I know all too well! Learning from my posts, you’ll be able to say words ranging from everyday greetings to the names of favourite drinks.

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