Kion
Kion is a boy's name of African origin.
Meaning
Leader or guide.
Origin and history
Kion is a modern name of African origin, commonly associated with the Swahili word meaning 'leader' or 'guide'. The name gained notable popularity in the United States following its introduction in Disney's 'The Lion Guard'. It remains a contemporary choice for boys, maintaining steady modern usage.
Popularity in the United States
1,311 babies in the United States have been named Kion since 1880. It ranks #3395 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1620.
States where it is most popular
- CA (23.4 %)
- TX (20.1 %)
- NY (16.2 %)
- FL (13.9 %)
- GA (6.6 %)
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 | 30 |
| 1980-1990 | 54 |
| 1990-2000 | 205 |
| 2000-2010 | 214 |
| 2010-2019 | 501 |
| 2020-2029 | 307 |
Fun facts
- The name saw a surge in interest after the premiere of Disney's animated series 'The Lion Guard' in 2015, featuring a lead character named Kion.
- It is closely related to Swahili terms associated with leadership and guidance.