Ion
Boy nameIon has been given to 314 babies in the U.S. since 1928. It peaked in 2023. In 2025, about 1 in 122,005 boys was named Ion.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
314
Peak year
2023 (15 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1928
10-year trend
▲ +27%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ion — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ion.
Sibling name ideas for Ion
Same era and popularity as Ion, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ion?
Ion has been given to 314 babies in the U.S. since 1928. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ion peak?
Ion peaked in 2023, when 15 babies were given the name.
Is Ion a girl or boy name?
Ion is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Ion are boys).
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