UK boy's name
Eion
A Scottish masculine name derived from a Gaelic term meaning "fiery".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Eion is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Eion popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4001, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2022 to 2022. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, 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.
Eion is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 8 living people in the UK are called Eion. 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 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Eion ranked #4001 for boys in England and Wales in 2022, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 4 boys were registered as Eion.
- • Eion ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #275 in 1980.
- • About 8 living people in the UK are estimated to have Eion as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4001
2022
Births in 2022
4
Latest year
Peak year
2022
4 births
Estimated living
8
2026
Meaning
What does Eion mean?
The given name Eion is believed to have its origins in ancient Celtic cultures, stemming from the Gaelic word "aon" or "aon" which means "one" or "unity." This linguistic root can be traced back to the Old Irish language, spoken in Ireland and parts of Scotland during the Middle Ages.
In early medieval times, the name Eion was primarily found in regions with strong Celtic influence, such as Ireland, Scotland, and parts of Wales. It is possible that the name held symbolic significance, representing the concept of oneness or wholeness in these ancient belief systems.
While there are no definitive records of the name appearing in ancient texts or religious scriptures, some scholars suggest that variations of the name, such as Aon or Aonghus, may have been used by Celtic druids or bards in their oral traditions and poetry.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Eion was Eion MacNeill, a prominent Irish scholar and politician who lived from 1867 to 1945. He was a leading figure in the Gaelic revival movement and played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Irish Free State.
Another notable bearer of the name was Eion Ceithearnach, a Scottish warrior and clan chief who lived in the 16th century. He was known for his fearlessness in battle and his loyalty to the MacDonald clan.
In the realm of literature, Eion Colfer, an Irish author born in 1965, is best known for his acclaimed Artemis Fowl series of novels, which have gained a global following among young readers.
Eion Sinclair, a Scottish economist and academic born in 1943, has made significant contributions to the field of economic theory and policy, particularly in the areas of labor markets and income distribution.
Lastly, Eion Mackie, a Scottish architect born in 1922, gained recognition for his innovative and sustainable designs, including the award-winning Cunningham Building at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.
Throughout history, the name Eion has maintained its roots in Celtic cultures, carrying with it a sense of unity and wholeness. While not as widely used as some other names, it has been borne by individuals who have left their mark in various fields, from politics and literature to academia and architecture.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Eion by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Eion 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4001 | 4 | 1 |
Geography
Where Eion is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Eion. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Eion ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #275 in 1980.
Across the UK
Eion in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#275 in 1980
1 years of NRS records, 4 total registered
Related
Names similar to Eion
- Ethan 77,394
- Edward 53,212
- Elliot 23,450
- Elijah 22,369
- Ellis 19,358
- Elliott 16,964
- Evan 14,535
- Ezra 11,838
- Ewan 10,685
- Eli 8,126
- Elias 7,049
- Eric 6,654
FAQ
Eion: questions and answers
How popular is the name Eion in the UK right now?
In 2022, Eion was ranked #4001 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Eion most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 4 babies registered as Eion in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Eion?
A Scottish masculine name derived from a Gaelic term meaning "fiery".
How many people are called Eion in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Eion across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 4 more in Scotland.
Where is Eion most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Eion ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #275 in 1980. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
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.