Declining since 1995, #4,707 for boys today.
Popularity of Darrion since 1961
Babies named Darrion per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 95 |
| 1970s | 107 |
| 1980s | 340 |
| 1990s | 1,544 |
| 2000s | 1,532 |
| 2010s | 576 |
| 2020s | 204 |
Meaning & origin
Darrion is a modern American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1961, a time when inventive, phonetically constructed names were gaining traction. It reached its peak popularity in 1994, when it achieved its highest rank, but has been steadily declining since 1995, reflecting a shift away from such coinages among newer parents. By 2025, the name had fallen to rank 4707, with approximately 1 in every 81,337 male births receiving it. While no particular states showed a strong concentration according to the data, the name's trajectory mirrors broader naming trends of the late 20th century, when stylized variations of traditional names were common.
Darrion likely emerged in the United States in the mid-20th century as a modern coinage, combining the popular sound of names like Darryl or Darren with the -ion ending (seen in names such as Damion). It first appeared in Social Security records in 1961, reflecting a broader trend of inventive, phonetic name creation. The name has no established roots in older languages or cultures.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Darr, Rion, D
Sibling names for Darrion
Names that share Darrion's style, for a brother or sister.
