Kion

KEE-on'KEE-on'2 syllables
🇰🇪Swahili
Brave

MEANING

Leader

ORIGIN

African

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Swahili word 'kiongozi' meaning 'leader'.

CULTURAL NOTES

Often associated with strength and leadership qualities in African cultures.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Used in various African regions, often given to boys expected to take on leadership roles.

🇮🇪Irish
Bold

MEANING

Warrior

ORIGIN

Celtic

ETYMOLOGY

Linked to the Irish name 'Cian', which means 'ancient' or 'enduring'.

CULTURAL NOTES

The name Cian is associated with legendary warriors in Irish mythology.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Historically used in Irish folklore and legends.

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The name Kion means "Leader" in Swahili, "Warrior" in Irish.
Kion has African and Celtic origins. Derived from the Swahili word 'kiongozi' meaning 'leader'.
Kion is pronounced KEE-on (KEE-on). It has 2 syllables.
On Naymt, every name is color-coded by gender: green indicates a "masculine" name (one that has only ever appeared in the boys' top 1000 since 1880), purple indicates a "feminine" name (only in the girls' top 1000), and yellow indicates a "neutral" name (one that has appeared in the top 1000 for both genders at some point in history).
Popular nicknames for Kion include Kio, K.
Some middle name ideas for Kion include James, Thomas, William, Henry, Michael.
Sibling name ideas that pair well with Kion include Kai, Liam, Mila, Zara.
The most common spelling is Kion. Alternative spellings include Kyon, Kian.