What does the name Orion mean?

Orion means “Rising in the sky; the hunter” and is of Greek origin.

Orion — Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Orion is a boy's name of Greek origin, meaning “Rising in the sky; the hunter”. It sits off the mainstream charts — a quieter, distinctive choice.

Rising in the sky; the hunter

Greek

The great hunter placed among the stars — one of the most recognizable constellations.

The name Orion carries numerology number 8. (For entertainment.)