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Dion

Boy / Girl name · 74 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Dion: 74 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 11 births in 1999.

From the Greek Διονύσιος (Dionysios), meaning ‘follower of Dionysus’ – the ancient god of wine, theatre and ecstasy – Dion arrived in English-speaking cultures as a crisp, modern short form. Its most famous bearer is the American singer Dion DiMucci, whose 1960s hits ‘Runaround Sue’ and ‘The Wanderer’ made the name synonymous with doo-wop cool. The 4th-century BC philosopher Dion of Syracuse also lends the name a classical weight. Though not directly place-linked, its root echoes through place names such as St-Denis in France. A notable variant is the feminine Dionne, popularised by singer Dionne Warwick and the Dionne quintuplets, giving the name a spirited, creative energy that feels both timeless and fresh.