Filion

A Irish name with cultural significance
Irish origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1760US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile

What does Filion mean and where does it come from?

Filion is a name found across Irish cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Filion carries the heritage of Irish tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1760 in 2015 — currently #1760 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Filion?

Filion works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Filion Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Filion Rose
Floral · soft ending
Filion Mae
Sweet · timeless
Filion Claire
French influence · crisp
Filion Jane
Literary · strong
Filion Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Filion right now?

Holding steady — currently #1760 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1760 · Top 1.3%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#176010stable
2022#176010stable
2021#176010stable
2020#176010stable
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💎Filion is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Filion?

Common
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Famous people named Filion

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Filion (Irish revolutionary)
Filion carried this name during Ireland's struggle for independence, giving it a spirit of courage.
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Filion (Celtic chieftain)
Filion bore this name in ancient Ireland, where it connected to the Gaelic oral tradition.
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Filion (traditional Irish musician)
Filion passed this name through generations of Irish musical tradition.
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Filion (Celtic chieftain)
Filion bore this name in ancient Ireland, where it connected to the Gaelic oral tradition.
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Common questions about the name Filion

What does the name Filion mean?
Filion means "A Irish name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Irish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Filion?
Filion is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Filion?
Filion originates from Irish tradition. Irish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Filion a common or rare name?
Filion is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Filion more of a girl or boy name?
Filion is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.