Ion

Q: What is the origin of Ion?

Ion is of Greek origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Ion a boy name?

Ion is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"God Is Gracious"

Ion appears in Greek mythology and later Romanian tradition, often functioning as a form of the name John.

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Popularity History of Ion

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#8563Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Ion did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Ion Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Ion.

4 ideas

Nickname

ionie

Nickname

iony

Nickname

iono

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Baby Name Lists That Include Ion

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Ion mean?

Ion means "God Is Gracious". Ion appears in Greek mythology and later Romanian tradition, often functioning as a form of the name John.

What is the origin of Ion?

Ion is of Greek origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Ion?

According to the latest SSA data, Ion is currently ranked #8563 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Ion a boy name?

Ion is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Ion?

Popular nicknames for Ion include io, ionie, iony, iono. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Ion?

There are many names similar to Ion in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek, Romanian

Syllables1

Length3 letters

US Rank#8563

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withI

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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