Historical FigureAmerican1779 – 1813
Zebulin M. Pike
Explorer, Pike's Peak discovery, U.S. Army officer
Biography
American military officer and explorer best known for leading the Pike Expedition to explore the western United States. He discovered Pike's Peak in Colorado during his 1806-1807 expedition.
Quick Facts
Category
Historical Figure
Nationality
American
Born
1779
Died
1813
Thinking about the name
Zebulin
Hebrew origin
“A modern respelling of the biblical Zebulon that trades the final -on for -in, creating a subtly different sound profile. While less traditional than its biblical counterpart, it maintains the Hebrew root meaning 'dwelling' and appeals to parents seeking a familiar biblical name with a contemporary twist.”