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Orion vs Apollo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Orion

Boy #326 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"rising in the sky, boundary"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#326
Total SSA Count
1,061
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Orion Rank #326
Apollo Rank #415

Orion is more popular, ranked #326 vs #415 for Apollo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orion or Apollo more popular?

Orion is more popular, ranked #326 compared to Apollo at #415 in the United States.

What do Orion and Apollo mean?

Orion means "rising in the sky, boundary" (Greek origin). Apollo means "strength, manly beauty" (Greek origin).

Are Orion and Apollo boy or girl names?

Orion is primarily a boy name. Apollo is primarily a boy name.

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