Declining since 2009.
Popularity of Derion since 1985
Babies named Derion per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 29 |
| 1990s | 216 |
| 2000s | 426 |
| 2010s | 300 |
| 2020s | 56 |
Meaning & origin
Derion is a modern American name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1985, a time when invented names with fashionable suffixes were gaining popularity. Its peak year came in 2008, after which its usage began a steady decline, falling through 2025. Though the name does not currently rank in the top 1,000 and has no recorded top states, it reflects a broader trend of creative name formation in late-20th-century America. Derion remains a rare but distinctive choice, with a sound that blends familiar elements from names like Derek and Dorian.
Derion is a modern invented name, likely coined in the late 20th century. It may be a blend of popular name elements such as Der- (from Derek or Deryck) and -ion (a fashionable suffix seen in names like Dorian or Darian). The name first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1985 and saw modest use, peaking in 2008. Its usage has been declining since 2009.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Deri, Rio
Variants: Deryon
Sibling names for Derion
Names that share Derion's style, for a brother or sister.
