UK boy's name
Deion
Of Greek origin, meaning "like the gods".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Deion is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Deion popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4749, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 10 births.
This profile covers 49 England and Wales registrations across 10 recorded years from 1996 to 2018. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 30% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 49 living people in the UK are called Deion. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Deion ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 10 boys were registered as Deion.
- • About 49 living people in the UK are estimated to have Deion as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4749
2018
Births in 2018
3
Latest year
Peak year
2017
10 births
Estimated living
49
2026
Meaning
What does Deion mean?
The name Deion has its origins in Greek and is derived from the word "deios," which means "divine" or "heavenly." The name was popular in ancient Greece and was often given to children as a way to honor the gods and goddesses of the Greek pantheon.
In ancient texts, the name Deion is mentioned in various Greek mythological stories and legends. One notable reference is in the Iliad, where Deion is mentioned as the name of a Trojan warrior who fought alongside Hector during the Trojan War.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Deion date back to the 5th century BCE, with several inscriptions and records mentioning individuals with this name. One of the most famous historical figures with the name Deion was Deion of Syracuse, a Greek mathematician and engineer who lived in the 5th century BCE. He is best known for his work on conic sections and his contributions to the field of mathematics.
Another notable individual with the name Deion was Deion of Antioch, a Christian martyr who lived in the 3rd century CE. He was killed for his beliefs during the persecution of Christians under the Roman Emperor Decius.
In the Middle Ages, the name Deion was less common but still appeared in various historical records. One famous figure from this period was Deion of Pisa, an Italian mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 13th century. He made significant contributions to the understanding of the solar system and the motion of celestial bodies.
During the Renaissance period, the name Deion experienced a resurgence in popularity, particularly among scholars and intellectuals. One notable figure from this time was Deion of Verona, an Italian humanist and scholar who lived in the 15th century. He was renowned for his work in philosophy, literature, and the study of ancient texts.
Throughout history, the name Deion has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including warriors, mathematicians, engineers, scholars, and religious figures. While the name may not be as common today as it once was, its roots in Greek culture and mythology continue to make it a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with a rich historical and cultural significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Deion over time
The chart below shows babies named Deion registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2018. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Deion, the clearest high point is 2017. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2018, compared with 10 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Deion by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Deion was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #3416 | 28 | 5 |
| 2000s | #3849 | 3 | 1 |
| 1990s | #2278 | 18 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Deion
- Daniel 120,900
- Dylan 60,836
- David 37,852
- Dominic 20,480
- Declan 11,657
- Dexter 11,627
- Danny 8,434
- Dean 5,329
- Dillon 4,113
- Douglas 3,773
- Dominik 3,494
- Damian 3,486
FAQ
Deion: questions and answers
How popular is the name Deion in the UK right now?
In 2018, Deion was ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Deion most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 10 babies registered as Deion in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Deion?
Of Greek origin, meaning "like the gods".
How many people are called Deion in the UK?
A total of 49 babies have been registered as Deion across the 10 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.