Lyon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-on / liːˈɒnFrench; English
Meaning
French: lion; English: from the city of Lyon
Historical & Cultural Background
Lyon is a city in France known for its historical significance and cultural heritage. The name Lyon can also refer to the lion, a symbol of strength and courage in various cultures. In English-speaking countries, it has gained popularity as a given name in recent years. The name reflects both geographical and animal symbolism.
Trend Summary
The name Lyon has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lion
International Variants
- Lyon (French)
- León (Spanish)
- Lio (Italian)
Famous people named Lyon
Lyon King of Arms was a Scottish herald and the head of the heraldic authority in Scotland.
Lyon Playfair was a Scottish chemist and politician known for his work in education and public health.
Lyon Van Dyke was an American artist and illustrator recognized for his contributions to American art.
Lyon Smith was a notable American politician who served in various governmental roles.
Fictional characters named Lyon
Lyon is a character in the video game series 'Fire Emblem', known for his role as a prince.
Lyon is a character in the animated series 'The Lion Guard', where he is depicted as a lion cub.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lyon was first seen in the United States in 1947. Lyon has ranked as high as #1276 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Florida, Texas, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Lyon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lyon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 17 | |
| TX | 13 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 29 |
| 2015 | 43 |
| 2016 | 42 |
| 2017 | 41 |
| 2018 | 54 |
| 2019 | 62 |
| 2020 | 52 |
| 2021 | 50 |
| 2022 | 70 |
| 2023 | 53 |
| 2024 | 84 |