#1412024 rank
1924peak year
172,831babies named Leon since 1880
▲ +36%5-year trend
Leon popularity over 145 years
⭐ Sweet spot — known but not everywhere · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Leon mean?
From Greek leon, 'lion', passed into Latin and spread across Europe. It has been a steady classic in Germany, France, and the Netherlands for centuries.
OriginGreek
Syllables1
Genderboy
Styleclassic, vintage
Names like Leon
Same era, same vibe — if you like Leon, these usually land on the shortlist too.
Famous Leons
- Leon Trotsky, revolutionary
- Leon Bridges, musician
Spellings & variants
LeoLionelLeonidas
Not sure yet?
Tell the genie what you like — style, letter, vibe — and it will deal you a fresh hand of names.
Open the name generator 🧞