Originating from Greek roots, 'Arion' is an ancient name that translates to 'lion'. It was borne by a legendary musician in Greek mythology who could charm all living things with his music, even taming wild beasts like lions. The name Arion has a strong and powerful ring to it, embodying the courage and majesty associated with its namesake animal.
The name Arion experienced a significant boom in popularity from the late 1970s onwards, with annual birth counts rising dramatically from just 5 births in 1975 to a peak of 89 births in 2014. However, there has been a recent decline, with only 54 births recorded in 2023. Overall, the name Arion has been given to 2085 children since 1918.