Holding steady.
Popularity of Kieon since 1990
Babies named Kieon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 35 |
| 2000s | 36 |
| 2010s | 24 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Kieon is a modern given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1990. It reached its peak usage in 1996 but has never ranked among the top 1000 names. The name has remained relatively stable in rare use through 2025. Its origins are unclear; it is likely a creative respelling or variation of names like Keon or Kian. No top states are associated with its usage, suggesting it is spread sparsely across the country. As a contemporary invention, Kieon reflects a broader trend of unique, phonetically appealing names in modern American naming practices.
Kieon appears to be a modern coinage, likely arising in the late 20th century. It may be a variant of Keon, which itself could be derived from Irish names like Cian or from the Persian name Keyvan, but no direct link is established. Its usage in the United States began in the 1990s, consistent with the trend of creating distinctive-sounding names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kie
Sibling names for Kieon
Names that share Kieon's style, for a brother or sister.
