Dion
boy name#1267 in 2025Dion entered the US charts in 1929, peaked at #338 in 1969, ranks #1267 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1929–2025
#1267
rank today
#338
peak (1969)
155
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3559 |
| 1930s | #2181 |
| 1940s | #1627 |
| 1950s | #1319 |
| 1960s | #448 |
| 1970s | #390 |
| 1980s | #549 |
| 1990s | #574 |
| 2000s | #918 |
| 2010s | #1211 |
| 2020s | #1063 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dion has been most popular in NY, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 17,500 people named Dion are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dion alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dion in 2025?
- Dion ranks #1267 among US boy names in 2025, with 155 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dion most popular?
- Dion peaked in 1969, reaching #338 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dion with classmates?
- Dion will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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