Belon is a unique and distinctive given name, believed to have originated from Breton, an ancient Celtic language spoken in Brittany, France. It is derived from the Breton word 'bel', meaning 'fair' or 'beautiful'. The name Belon is often associated with the French department of Finistère, where it has been recorded since the 15th century. Traditionally, it was a unisex name, but today it is more commonly used as a male name.
The name Belon saw a slight increase in popularity from 1982 to 1983, with 8 births compared to the previous year's 7. However, overall, it remained relatively uncommon, totaling just 15 births over these two years combined.