Derrion
Derrion is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invention, likely inspired by names meaning 'gift' or 'possessing goodness'.
Origin and history
Derrion is a modern American name created as a blend of traditional prefix sound elements like 'Dar-' or 'De-' with popular endings like '-ion'. It emerged in the late 20th century alongside similar names such as Darian and Deon. In the United States, it remains a rare given name for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,471 babies in the United States have been named Derrion since 1880. It ranks #3259 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1838.
States where it is most popular
- TX (22.4 %)
- IL (15.7 %)
- TN (12.6 %)
- CA (8.3 %)
- LA (7.6 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 16 |
| 1980-1990 | 65 |
| 1990-2000 | 322 |
| 2000-2010 | 628 |
| 2010-2019 | 351 |
| 2020-2029 | 89 |
Fun facts
- Derrion developed in late 20th-century America as parents created unique names using popular phonetic elements.
- Fewer than 1,500 boys have received the name Derrion in the U.S. since 1880.