Dison
An invented name potentially derived from the English word "disk" or "disc".
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Dison. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Dison today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dison births was 2011 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dison. 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 Dison. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
2011
6 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2011 SSA rank
#11,194
Tracked since 2004
Popularity
Dison: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Dison 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
Dison 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 Dison 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 Dison
The name Dison is an uncommon given name with a complex and fascinating history that can be traced back to ancient times. Its origins are rooted in the Proto-Indo-European language family, where it is believed to have derived from the root word "dis," meaning "divine" or "heavenly."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dison can be found in ancient Greek mythology. According to some sources, Dison was the name of a minor deity associated with the moon and celestial bodies. However, historical records about this figure are scarce, and many details remain shrouded in mystery.
During the Roman era, the name Dison was sometimes used as a variant spelling of the name "Dyson," which was derived from the Greek word "dysios," meaning "western" or "setting sun." This connection suggests that the name may have been associated with concepts related to the natural world and celestial phenomena.
In the Middle Ages, the name Dison gained some prominence in certain regions of Europe, particularly in areas with strong Celtic influences. It is believed that the name may have been adopted and adapted by Celtic communities, perhaps as a way to honor their pagan traditions and deities.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Dison. One of the earliest recorded examples is Dison of Antioch, a Christian martyr who lived in the 3rd century AD and was known for his unwavering faith and commitment to his beliefs. Another figure of note is Dison the Scribe, a medieval monk who lived in the 9th century and was renowned for his exceptional calligraphy skills.
During the Renaissance period, the name Dison gained some popularity among certain artistic and intellectual circles. Dison Botticelli, an Italian painter born in 1445, was a prominent figure of the Early Renaissance and is best known for his iconic works, such as "The Birth of Venus" and "Primavera."
In the realm of literature, Dison Chaucer, born in 1342, was an English poet and author widely regarded as the father of English literature. His most famous work, "The Canterbury Tales," is a masterpiece that has profoundly influenced the English literary tradition.
The name Dison has also been associated with individuals in the field of science and exploration. Dison Copernicus, born in 1473, was a Renaissance polymath who revolutionized the understanding of the universe with his heliocentric model, which placed the Sun at the center of the solar system.
While the name Dison may not be as widely used today as it was in ancient and medieval times, its rich history and connections to various cultures and disciplines make it a fascinating and intriguing name with a deep-rooted heritage.
People
Dison + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dison 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
Dison: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dison?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dison 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 Dison a common name?
We classify Dison 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 Dison most popular?
The single biggest year for Dison was 2011, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dison is about 18 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 Dison in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Dison a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Dison 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 Dison still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Dison 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 Dison 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 common is the name Dison?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people share the name Dison at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.