Kion
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Kion: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2016.
Kion is most familiar as a modern variant of the Irish and Scottish Gaelic name Cian, meaning "ancient" or "enduring" – a name with deep roots in Celtic mythology. It gained wider recognition through Kion, the lion cub protagonist of Disney’s *The Lion Guard*, son of Simba and Nala, which has boosted its appeal for parents seeking a strong, nature-inspired name with a heroic edge. While not tied to a specific Scottish place, the name shares its etymological spirit with the ancient Irish clan name Cian. As a contemporary spelling, Kion offers a streamlined, distinctive alternative to the traditional Cian or Kian, fitting neatly into today’s preference for short, punchy names.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20163 babies
- Latest (2016)
- #7073 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2016
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y