Rising since 1990, #5,861 for boys today.
Popularity of Orian since 1912
Babies named Orian per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 51 |
| 1920s | 11 | 57 |
| 1930s | 0 | 27 |
| 1940s | 0 | 13 |
| 1950s | 0 | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 23 |
| 1980s | 0 | 40 |
| 1990s | 7 | 73 |
| 2000s | 37 | 161 |
| 2010s | 20 | 191 |
| 2020s | 16 | 89 |
Meaning & origin
Orian is a name that has been in sporadic use in the United States since 1912, though it remained rare for most of the 20th century. Its trajectory has been climbing since the 1990s, especially in the 2010s, where it saw its greatest growth. The name peaked in 2018, reaching its highest rank. Despite its modest use, it has not been concentrated in any particular state. Orian's appeal likely lies in its melodic sound and similarity to more familiar names like Orion and Dorian, as well as its possible Hebrew connection.
The name Orian appears to be a modern coinage, possibly derived from the constellation name Orion or as a variant of the Hebrew name Oryan, meaning 'light' or 'God's light'. It has gained limited use in the United States since the early 20th century, with a notable rise in popularity from the 1990s onward. Its exact origin remains uncertain, and it may also be influenced by similar-sounding names like Adrian or Dorian.
“Orian” around the world
Where Orian lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ori, O, Ian
Sibling names for Orian
Names that share Orian's style, for a brother or sister.
