Ceion
An invented feminine name possibly derived from Japanese and meaning "radiant child".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Ceion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Ceion today is around 20 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ceion births was 2006 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ceion. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ceion. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2006
5 babies that year
Average age
20
years old
2006 SSA rank
#12,345
Tracked since 2006
Popularity
Ceion: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Ceion by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ceion during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Ceion
The given name Ceion is an ancient name with roots dating back to ancient Greece. It is believed to have originated from the Greek word "keion," which means "pillar" or "column." The name likely gained popularity in the region of Attica, where Athens was located, during the classical period of ancient Greek civilization, which lasted from the 5th century BC to the 4th century BC.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ceion can be found in the works of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, who lived in the 5th century BC. In his famous work "The Histories," Herodotus mentions a man named Ceion who was a prominent architect involved in the construction of the Parthenon, one of the most iconic buildings of ancient Athens.
Another notable figure bearing the name Ceion was a Greek philosopher and mathematician who lived in the 4th century BC. He was a student of the renowned philosopher Plato and is credited with making significant contributions to the field of geometry.
In the realm of ancient Greek mythology, there was a character named Ceion who was said to be a skilled hunter and companion of the goddess Artemis. This mythological figure was often depicted in ancient Greek art and literature as a symbol of strength and courage.
During the Byzantine era, which lasted from the 4th century AD to the 15th century AD, the name Ceion was also used, although it was less common than in ancient times. One notable individual from this period was Ceion of Antioch, a Christian bishop who lived in the 5th century AD and played a significant role in the religious and political affairs of the Eastern Roman Empire.
In more recent history, there are a few notable individuals who bore the name Ceion, although it has become less common in modern times. One such figure was Ceion Switzler, an American journalist and newspaper editor who lived in the late 19th century and was known for his contributions to the Missouri press.
Overall, the name Ceion has a rich and ancient history, with its roots firmly planted in the classical Greek civilization. While it has become less common in modern times, it remains a name with a strong connection to the cultural and intellectual achievements of ancient Greece.
People
Ceion + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ceion as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ceion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ceion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ceion going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Ceion a common name?
We classify Ceion as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ceion most popular?
The single biggest year for Ceion was 2006, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ceion is about 20 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ceion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ceion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ceion in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ceion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ceion in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ceion can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Ceion?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.