| Meaning | rising in the sky, boundary, limit |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Orion |
| Popularity | Popular |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | O-ri-on |
About Orion
Picture a name that evokes the majesty of the night sky, the wonder of ancient stories, and the spirit of endless exploration. Orion doesn't just identify—it inspires. This is a name for the dreamers, the curious minds, the boys who will ask "why" and "what if" throughout their lives. When you choose Orion, you're giving your son a name that connects him to centuries of human imagination while pointing him toward his own unique future. It's bold without being brash, distinctive without being difficult. Orion stands tall in any setting, from playground to boardroom, carrying with it an inherent sense of adventure and possibility that never fades.
Nicknames for Orion
| Ori |
| O |
| Rio |
| Ryan |
Famous People Named Orion
| Orion Carloto | American poet and author |
| Orion Hindawi | Co-founder of the cybersecurity company Tanium |
| Orion Lee | British actor known for his role in "First Cow" |
| Orion Radies | Brazilian soccer player |
| Orion Martin | American entrepreneur and co-founder of the clothing brand "Cotton Bureau" |
| Orion Samuelson | American farm broadcaster |
| Orion Shields | American politician |
| Orion Weiss | American pianist |
| Orion F. White | American politician and lawyer |
| Orion Woodard | American football player |
| Orion Simprini | Italian water polo player |
| Orion Brearton | American music video director |
| Orion Dajnowicz | Polish handball player |
| Orion H. Mains | American politician and lawyer |
| Orion S. Clark | American politician and lawyer |
| Orion Clemens | American politician and lawyer |
| Orion Barnes | American soccer player |
| Orion Duffy | American actor |
| Orion D. Weissmann | American politician and lawyer |
Characters Named Orion
| Orion Black | Character from the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling |
| Orion Pax | Character from the Transformers franchise |
| Orion Slave Girl | Characters from the Star Trek universe |
| Orion the Hunter | Mythological character and inspiration for the name Orion |