Dion
Dion: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdiːɒn/ · /ˈdiːɑn/
Meaning and origin of Dion
- A male given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
Borrowed from Ancient Greek Δίων (Díōn). Also a medieval English and French diminutive of Dionysius (Dennis).
How popular is Dion?
Since 1880, 1,250 girls and 18,914 boys in the U.S. have been named Dion (6% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1726 in 1970. Its highest rank for boys was #338 in 1969. In 2025, 161 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Dion
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Sibling name ideas for Dion
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Dion FAQ
What does the name Dion mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek. Borrowed from Ancient Greek Δίων (Díōn). Also a medieval English and French diminutive of Dionysius (Dennis).
What is the origin of the name Dion?
Dion is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Dion?
Since 1880, 1,250 girls and 18,914 boys in the U.S. have been named Dion (6% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1726 in 1970. Its highest rank for boys was #338 in 1969. In 2025, 161 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Dion a boy or girl name?
Dion is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,250 girls and 18,914 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.