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Orion

Orion is a boy name of Greek origin, meaning The hunter of myth, set among the stars.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginGreek
  • StyleOriginal
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#307

What does Orion mean?

The hunter of myth, set among the stars

How popular is Orion?

Popularity in the United States

Orion has been given to 18,559 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 1,607 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Orion per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Orion has been given to 498 babies in France since 1974, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Orion per year in France, 1974–2022. Source: INSEE
18,559 Babies named since 1880
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Orion

What does the name Orion mean?

Orion means The hunter of myth, set among the stars. It is of Greek origin.

Is Orion a boy's or a girl's name?

Orion is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Orion?

Orion has been given to 18,559 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.