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Name Origin

Dion is a masculine given name of Greek origin, derived from the god Dionysus. Dionysus was the god of wine, festivity, theatre, and ecstasy in Greek mythology.

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Famous People

Dion DiMucci (1939-)

Singer, songwriter

  • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee
  • Known for hits like "Runaround Sue" and "The Wanderer"

Dion Waiters (1991-)

Basketball player

  • NBA champion with the Miami Heat (2016)
  • Known for his scoring ability and confident playstyle

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