Orion
oh-RYE-uhn
Popularity
#4432
Letters
5
Syllables
3
Origin
Greek
Total Births
22,710
Peak Year
#1,186 in 2018
First Recorded
1880
Style
Mythological, Modern & Trendy
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Orion is a Greek name derived from the mythological hunter Orion, a giant known for his beauty and hunting skills. The name's meaning is debated, possibly 'dweller on the mountains'.
Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Orion Clemens
Brother of Mark Twain and secretary of Nevada Territory
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