Orion: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A mighty hunter in the sky, forever etched among the brightest stars.
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #105
- Peak
- #200 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Orion Means
Orion is a boy name of Greek origin. A mighty hunter in the sky, forever etched among the brightest stars.
How Popular Orion Is
Orion currently ranks #105 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #200 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Orion
- Orion is one of the most recognizable constellations in the night sky.
- In Greek mythology, Orion was a giant and skilled hunter.
- NASA's Orion spacecraft is designed for deep space exploration.
Names Like Orion
Other Greek names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Orion
Greek names that pair well as a brother or sister to Orion.
Questions About Orion
What does Orion mean?
Orion is a boy name of Greek origin. A mighty hunter in the sky, forever etched among the brightest stars.
How popular is Orion?
Orion currently ranks #105 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #200 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Orion come from?
Orion comes from Greek roots. Orion is one of the most recognizable constellations in the night sky.
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