Kion Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE-on / /ˈkiːɒn/Swahili; African
Meaning
Swahili: 'king'; African: 'the one who is a leader'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kion is a name of Swahili origin, often associated with leadership and royalty. It gained popularity through various media, including children's television. The name reflects cultural values of strength and guidance, resonating with themes of leadership in African societies.
Trend Summary
Kion has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States, particularly among names influenced by popular culture.
Similar Names
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International Variants
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Famous people named Kion
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Fictional characters named Kion
Kion is a character from Disney's 'The Lion Guard', where he is the son of Simba and Nala and the leader of the Lion Guard.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kion was first seen in the United States in 1975. Kion has ranked as high as #1258 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Kion has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kion (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 33 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 24 |
| 2016 | 121 |
| 2017 | 128 |
| 2018 | 77 |
| 2019 | 53 |
| 2020 | 50 |
| 2021 | 61 |
| 2022 | 49 |
| 2023 | 54 |
| 2024 | 42 |