Cion, pronounced /ˈkaɪ.ən/, is of Hebrew origin and means 'dove'. It is a unique and distinct name that has gained popularity in recent years due to its musical connection. The name Cion was notably used by the Irish musician Sinéad O'Connor for her daughter, bringing it into public consciousness. However, its roots lie deep in history, with the dove being a symbol of peace and purity in many cultures throughout time.
The name Cion has seen fluctuating popularity over the years, with a noticeable dip between 2003 and 2004, as indicated by the decline from 6 births in 2002 to none in 2003. It then recovered to 6 births in 2004, maintaining this number for two consecutive years before decreasing again to 5 births each in 2007 and 2008. Overall, there were a total of 27 babies named Cion born between 2002 and 2008.