Orion
Orion first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2018, when 1,152 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,012.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Orion popular?
Near its peak Orion is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2018.
| 2020s | 6,039 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 8,595 | |
| 2000s | 4,367 | |
| 1990s | 1,852 | |
| 1980s | 733 | |
| 1970s | 500 | |
| 1960s | 82 | |
| 1950s | 84 | |
| 1940s | 121 | |
| 1930s | 154 | |
| 1920s | 281 | |
| 1910s | 192 | |
| 1900s | 37 | |
| 1890s | 49 | |
| 1880s | 34 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Orion mean?
Orion is the great hunter of Greek myth, set among the stars as a constellation.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Orion mean?
Orion means Hunter. Orion is the great hunter of Greek myth, set among the stars as a constellation.
What is the origin of the name Orion?
Orion is of Greek origin.
How do you pronounce Orion?
Orion is pronounced “oh-RY-un.”
Is Orion a boy or a girl name?
Orion is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Orion a popular name right now?
Orion is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2018.
How popular is the name Orion?
In 2025, Orion ranked #334 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Orion most popular?
Orion was most popular in 2018, when about 1,152 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Orion?
Names similar to Orion include Nikolas, Matthias, Dimitri, Evander, Basil.
What names go well with Orion?
Greek names that pair well with Orion include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.