DION
The meaning of the unisex name Dion is ABBREVIATION OF DIONYSIUS..
Details on DION:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Abbreviation of dionysius
- Popularity for Boy:
- 2,343rd in the USA (top 10%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 17,077th in the USA (bottom 5%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
191 births
DION as a BOY in 2024
11 births
DION as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of DION:
The name Dion is an African-American baby name. In African-American the meaning of the name Dion is: God.
The name Dion is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Dion is: God.
The name Dion is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name Dion is: The Winter's Tale' Lord of Sicilia.
The name Dion is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Dion is: God of wine.
The name Dion is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Dion is: From the Latin Dionysos or Dionysus, referring to the Greek god of wine.
The name Dion is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Dion is: Abbreviation of Dionysius.
USA SSA birth(s) for DION:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name DION
DION as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 191 births |
| 2023 | 201 births |
| 2022 | 257 births |
| 2021 | 200 births |
| 2020 | 231 births |
| 2019 | 158 births |
| 2018 | 129 births |
| 2017 | 142 births |
| 2016 | 142 births |
| 2015 | 139 births |
| 2014 | 163 births |
| 2013 | 160 births |
| 2012 | 159 births |
| 2011 | 142 births |
| 2010 | 180 births |
| 2009 | 169 births |
DION as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 11 births |
| 2022 | 14 births |
| 2021 | 14 births |
| 2020 | 14 births |
| 2019 | 11 births |
| 2018 | 10 births |
| 2017 | 10 births |
| 2016 | 13 births |
| 2015 | 9 births |
| 2014 | 16 births |
| 2013 | 8 births |
| 2012 | 8 births |
| 2011 | 16 births |
| 2010 | 15 births |
| 2009 | 13 births |
| 2008 | 6 births |
About the name DION
Dion, a name that resonates with both strength and grace, traces its origins to ancient Greece, where it is derived from "Dionysios," meaning "follower of Dionysus," the god of wine, festivity, and ecstasy. This connection to the divine imbues the name with a spirit of celebration and vitality, symbolizing a joyful embrace of life’s pleasures. Dion is not only a name but a bridge across cultures; it finds its roots in various regions, from the sun-kissed landscapes of Greece to the vibrant streets of France, where it appears as a diminutive of names like Dionysius or as an endearing term in familial settings. In the United States, Dion has carved a niche as a timeless choice, often associated with creativity and charisma, thanks to its notable bearers in music and sports. Embracing the name Dion invites a legacy of artistic expression and spirited adventure, making it a meaningful selection for a little one destined to dance through life’s many festivals.
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