Decarion
An invented name possibly combining elements meaning "gift" and "precious".
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Decarion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Decarion today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Decarion births was 2012 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Decarion. 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 Decarion. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
2012
6 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2012 SSA rank
#11,121
Tracked since 2008
Popularity
Decarion: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Decarion from the 2000s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 6 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Decarion 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 Decarion during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Decarion
The name Decarion is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich tapestry of origins and historical significance. Its linguistic roots can be traced back to the ancient Hellenic world, where it is believed to have derived from the Greek word "dekas," meaning "ten," and the suffix "-arion," denoting a diminutive form. This suggests that the name may have originally referred to a small or diminutive figure, perhaps a child or a person of humble stature.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Decarion can be found in the annals of ancient Greek literature, particularly in the works of renowned playwrights and poets from the classical era. One notable figure who bore this name was Decarion of Argos, a philosopher and orator who lived in the 4th century BCE. His teachings and rhetorical prowess were highly acclaimed during his time, and his name was immortalized in various philosophical texts and historical records.
As the centuries passed, the name Decarion gained prominence in various regions of the Mediterranean and Middle East. In the 2nd century CE, a renowned scholar and theologian named Decarion of Antioch made significant contributions to the field of early Christian theology. His writings and teachings were influential in shaping the doctrines of the early Church, and his name is still revered in certain religious circles.
During the Byzantine Empire, the name Decarion was associated with nobility and aristocracy. One notable figure who carried this name was Decarion Palaiologos, a high-ranking military commander who played a pivotal role in the defense of Constantinople during the Ottoman sieges of the 15th century. His valor and leadership on the battlefield earned him a place in the annals of Byzantine history.
In the realm of literature, the name Decarion gained recognition through the works of the renowned Italian poet and scholar, Decarion Boccaccio, who lived during the 14th century. His poetic masterpieces and literary contributions to the Renaissance period have left an indelible mark on the literary world, and his name has become synonymous with the artistic and intellectual renaissance of that era.
Another notable figure bearing the name Decarion was the French sculptor and architect, Decarion Lebrun, who lived during the 17th century. His exquisite works of art and architectural marvels adorned the palaces and churches of France, and his name is forever etched in the chronicles of French art and design.
These are but a few examples of the rich tapestry of historical figures who have borne the name Decarion throughout the ages. While its origin may be shrouded in the mists of antiquity, this unique moniker has left an indelible mark on the annals of history, spanning diverse fields such as philosophy, theology, military prowess, literature, and art.
People
Decarion + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Decarion as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Decarion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Decarion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Decarion 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 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Decarion a common name?
We classify Decarion as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Decarion most popular?
The single biggest year for Decarion was 2012, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Decarion is about 16 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 Decarion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Decarion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Decarion 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 Decarion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Decarion 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 Decarion 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 share the name Decarion?
Want to know how many people share the name Decarion? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.