Orion
girl name#6325 in 2025Orion entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #3735 in 2021, ranks #6325 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
#6325
rank today
#3735
peak (2021)
18
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4594 |
| 1990s | #9007 |
| 2000s | #7971 |
| 2010s | #5991 |
| 2020s | #5085 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Orion has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Orion are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Orion is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Orion in 2025?
- Orion ranks #6325 among US girl names in 2025, with 18 babies given the name.
- When was the name Orion most popular?
- Orion peaked in 2021, reaching #3735 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Orion with classmates?
- Orion will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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