Declining since 2009.
Popularity of Keiyon since 1991
Babies named Keiyon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 75 |
| 2010s | 57 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Keiyon is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1991, a time when inventive and phonetically appealing names were gaining traction. It reached its peak usage in 2005, but its frequency has been declining steadily since 2009, reflecting a shift away from its style. The name has never entered the top 1000, and no single state has seen enough births to form a significant concentration. Its lack of a clear etymology places it among contemporary coinages that derive their appeal from sound rather than traditional meaning.
Keiyon first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1991 and is likely a modern coinage, possibly a blend of the popular prefix 'Ke-' (seen in names like Keon and Keyon) with the fashionable suffix '-ion'. It may also be a respelling of Keon, a name of Irish origin meaning 'ancient' or 'wise', but there is no direct etymological link. The name has never ranked in the top 1000, remaining a rare choice.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Keiyon
Names that share Keiyon's style, for a brother or sister.
