Meaning, origin, history
Dior is a French given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name "Diors," which was originally used to describe someone who lived in a place called "Diors." The name has been associated with luxury and elegance since the founding of the Christian Dior fashion house by designer Christian Dior in 1946. Despite its association with high fashion, the name Dior is not particularly rare or unique in France, where it is considered a traditional boy's name. However, it has gained popularity around the world as a unisex given name inspired by the famous fashion brand.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Dior since 1880
Total births
4,780
Total since 1880
Peak year
2020
612 births
in 2023
384
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+277%
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vs previous 5 years