Boy nameCurrently #7,508 in the USSteady
Legion
//ˈlidʒən//
2 syllablesPeak year: 20216 lettersStarts with L
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Legion's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Legion's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Legion |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 11 |
Legion through the decades
- Legion peaked in 2021, when 27 babies were named Legion in the US.
- The 2010s were Legion's strongest decade, averaging 21 births a year.
- Over the last 10 years of data (2015–2024), use of Legion has risen 45% compared to the 10 years before that.
- Legion currently ranks #7,508 in the US and is holding steady.