Rising since 2017, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Shion since 1999
Babies named Shion per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 | 6 |
| 2000s | 32 | 62 |
| 2010s | 0 | 38 |
| 2020s | 0 | 28 |
Meaning & origin
Shion is a Japanese name that first appeared in US Social Security records in 1999, reflecting the growing influence of Japanese culture in the West. Its popularity peaked in 2007 but has been rising again since 2017, with a rank of 8910 in 2025, where it was given to about 1 in 213,510 boys. While top states for the name include none with significant use, its poetic kanji meanings make it appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet meaningful name.
Shion is a Japanese given name commonly used for boys, though it may occasionally be used for girls. It can be written with various kanji combinations, most often 詩音 (meaning 'poetry sound') or 紫音 ('purple sound'). The name has been in use since the late 20th century and has gained modest popularity in Japan.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shi-chan, On-chan
Sibling names for Shion
Names that share Shion's style, for a brother or sister.
