Deion
Deion is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Of Dionysus, modern variant of Dion meaning consecrated to the god of wine and festivity.
Origin and history
Deion is a modern spelling variant of Dion, ultimately deriving from Dionysus, the Greek god of wine and celebration. It gained notable popularity in the late 20th century, influenced by high-profile U.S. athletes. Today, it remains a recognized given name for boys in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
6,043 babies in the United States have been named Deion since 1880. It ranks #1550 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1331.
States where it is most popular
- TX (14.3 %)
- FL (14.1 %)
- CA (11.1 %)
- GA (10.1 %)
- NY (6.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 48 |
| 1970-1980 | 72 |
| 1980-1990 | 149 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,695 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,282 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,175 |
| 2020-2029 | 622 |
Famous people named Deion
- Deion Sanders: American Football Player, Baseball Player
- Deion Jones: American Football Player
Fun facts
- The name saw a surge in U.S. popularity in the 1990s alongside the rise of Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders.
- It represents a modern phonetic variation of classical names like Dion and Dionysios.