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• Leon Name Origin: Greek
• Pronunciation: lee-on
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Leon Name Meaning

The meaning of Leon is most commonly associated with strength and power. It is derived from the Greek word “leon” which means “lion”. The name is also associated with leadership, courage, and bravery, due to the heroic story of Leonidas.

Origins of the Name Leon

The origin of Leon is not entirely clear, but it is believed to have derived from the Greek name Leonidas. This name was likely chosen to honor the Spartan king Leonidas who bravely defended the city of Sparta against the Persian army in the Battle of Thermopylae.

The name Leon has also been used in many cultures over the centuries. In some parts of Europe, it is a diminutive of the name Leonora, which comes from the Germanic words for “lion” and “strong”. In Latin cultures, it is often seen as a form of the name Leander, which is derived from the Greek words for “lion” and “man”.

Popularity of the Name Leon

Leon has been a popular name for boys for centuries. It first gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century, and it has remained a top-200 name for boys for over a century. In recent years, Leon has seen a surge in popularity, reaching its highest ranking ever in 2020.

In the United States, Leon is currently the 109th most popular name for boys. It is particularly popular in the Western states, with the highest ranking of 25th in Nevada.

Final Thoughts on the Name Leon

Leon is a strong, powerful name that has been around for centuries. Its meaning is steeped in heroism and bravery, and it has become a popular choice for boys in recent years. So, if you’re looking for a boy’s name with a strong, masculine sound and a rich history.

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Leon Name Popularity

How popular is the name Leon? Here’s everything we know.

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Year	Rank	# Births	% Births
1910	81	393	0.1116%
1911	77	503	0.1351%
1912	79	981	0.1945%
1913	81	1,138	0.2007%
1914	85	1,396	0.2003%
1915	82	1,965	0.2163%
1916	85	1,939	0.2007%
1917	82	2,094	0.2093%
1918	76	2,436	0.227%
1919	80	2,246	0.2145%
1920	75	2,543	0.2287%
1921	74	2,609	0.2278%
1922	77	2,513	0.2256%
1923	77	2,520	0.225%
1924	76	2,672	0.2301%
1925	76	2,628	0.2325%
1926	73	2,643	0.2403%
1927	78	2,593	0.2343%
1928	80	2,450	0.229%
1929	81	2,334	0.2253%
1930	81	2,388	0.2286%
1931	84	2,239	0.2269%
1932	83	2,290	0.2318%
1933	85	2,187	0.2347%
1934	87	2,283	0.2362%
1935	86	2,275	0.2341%
1936	82	2,270	0.2357%
1937	84	2,322	0.2356%
1938	85	2,344	0.229%
1939	85	2,316	0.2277%
1940	89	2,313	0.2176%
1941	94	2,360	0.2097%
1942	93	2,542	0.2013%
1943	103	2,446	0.1874%
1944	108	2,144	0.173%
1945	111	2,091	0.1715%
1946	113	2,334	0.1582%
1947	116	2,485	0.1489%
1948	119	2,371	0.1485%
1949	120	2,410	0.1498%
1950	119	2,422	0.1504%
1951	122	2,366	0.1395%
1952	124	2,373	0.1359%
1953	137	2,262	0.1278%
1954	140	2,127	0.1164%
1955	143	2,137	0.1162%
1956	153	2,033	0.1076%
1957	165	1,866	0.097%
1958	162	1,926	0.1019%
1959	175	1,739	0.0915%
1960	188	1,629	0.086%
1961	194	1,541	0.0816%
1962	194	1,533	0.0835%
1963	201	1,460	0.0813%
1964	190	1,462	0.0831%
1965	199	1,235	0.0755%
1966	187	1,290	0.0826%
1967	194	1,178	0.0776%
1968	196	1,169	0.0779%
1969	214	1,121	0.0728%
1970	208	1,191	0.0748%
1971	227	1,014	0.0675%
1972	218	1,003	0.0736%
1973	218	989	0.0763%
1974	218	946	0.0728%
1975	232	848	0.066%
1976	222	893	0.0693%
1977	229	910	0.0675%
1978	226	901	0.067%
1979	243	875	0.0621%
1980	253	852	0.0583%
1981	254	833	0.0567%
1982	255	834	0.0558%
1983	269	731	0.0495%
1984	263	766	0.0515%
1985	282	693	0.0457%
1986	300	647	0.0429%
1987	316	632	0.0414%
1988	321	637	0.0409%
1989	352	605	0.0375%
1990	380	577	0.0348%
1991	386	543	0.0333%
1992	400	538	0.0337%
1993	423	505	0.0324%
1994	416	509	0.0332%
1995	450	467	0.031%
1996	459	434	0.029%
1997	479	408	0.0276%
1998	472	423	0.0283%
1999	480	427	0.0285%
2000	501	416	0.0272%
2001	498	421	0.0279%
2002	496	424	0.0283%
2003	494	455	0.0299%
2004	517	428	0.0281%
2005	523	429	0.0281%
2006	513	466	0.0298%
2007	495	495	0.0314%
2008	507	497	0.0322%
2009	448	575	0.0385%
2010	416	635	0.0441%
2011	410	649	0.0456%
2012	355	825	0.0579%
2013	321	990	0.0695%
2014	318	1,044	0.0717%
2015	312	1,102	0.0757%
2016	274	1,284	0.0891%
2017	245	1,481	0.1061%
2018	235	1,581	0.1151%
2019	207	1,838	0.1358%
2020	199	1,841	0.1446%
2021	177	2,177	0.1781%
2022	157	2,350	0.1781%
2023	149	2,437	0.1883%

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Names Like Leon

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What names are diminutives of Leon?

A diminutive is a name that’s like Leon sounds, you might also like these names that sound like Leon, but shorter.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Li	A diminutive form of Leo, Leon, and Lionel.
Lin	Linden tree hill	English

What names are variants of Leon?

Mix it up with these names that are a variation of the name Leon.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Leoncio	Lion	Latin
Leone	Lion strength	Greek
Lioni	Greek
Lionisio	Greek
Lionni	Greek

What names sound like Leon?

If you like how Leon sounds, you might also like these names that sound like Leon.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Len	Lion strength	German
Lenn	Lion strength	German
Lion	Lion	Latin
Lon	From Laurentum; strong, warlike	Spanish
Lyon	Lion	French

What names are similar to Leon?

Find a name that’s like Leon, but just a little bit different.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Leonard	Lion strength	German
Napoleon	Lion of the new city	Italian

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Siblings of Leon

Mamas with kids named Leon also have kids with these names.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender

Nadia	Hope	Slavic
Alejandro	Defender of man	Spanish

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15 Comments

1. Leon Bennett Conover 3rd Jun 23 at 11:38 am

   I’m Leon, and I love my name!!!

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2. Charissa Jul 14 at 10:42 am

   My husband and I love the name Leon for a long time. We decided on our wedding night what are children’s names would be.

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3. Makaya Mar 23 at 8:21 am

   Leon in Greek means lion. I want to raise my son to be a man of God, and I couldn’t of thought of a better, stronger name that is perfect for our sweet baby boy. Leon is such a content, loving, adorable little man. He loves his snuggles and kisses, and is dearly loved by his parents and 3 sisters!

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4. Chase Mar 18 at 12:40 pm

   I prayed for an answer and woke up in the morning and his name was the first thing to pop into my mind. I love the name. It reminds me of a lion strength and grace

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5. Kyrah Jan 23 at 8:50 am

   My husband and I chose the name from the first thing we bonded over. Our sons name is now a reminder of all the time spent watching movies and playing games. I like that it’s short. (I’m also partial to L names.)

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6. Chase Nov 20 at 3:29 pm

   He is my little lion

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7. Sarah Braziel Jun 22 at 10:52 am

   because it means Lion!! and Leon Bridges duh.

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8. Brandi Jo J Berg Mar 4 at 10:41 am

   Leon got his first name from his great grandfather and his 2 middle names from 2 of his grandfather’s its an honor to have his first name due to its a military family name and his grandmother paternal was ecstatic to have him have his name

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9. Sharon May 18 at 6:54 am

   My husband like tht name

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10. Sharon Jan 1 at 11:05 pm

    My husband like this name.

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11. Kimberly Oct 15 at 12:55 pm

    His dad picked the first name i chose the middle names cause i picked the first name of our first born

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12. Amber Sep 24 at 12:28 pm

    I chose Leon because it’s one of my favorite characters in a game ?. Also it’s a name I rarely hear.

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13. Karesia Oblitey Jun 4 at 11:38 pm

    Leon was my grandfather’s name and I loved him a lot! It was only fitting that I give my son that name.

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14. Karesia Apr 25 at 3:47 am

    I chose the name Leon for my son because it was my grandfather’s name. I loved him very much and felt it was the perfect name for my son. The name itself means lion and it fits my son perfectly, my son was born @25 weeks and fought his way through and out of the NICU. He is a strong little boy.

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15. COURTNEY Apr 22 at 2:52 pm

    My husband shared with me shortly after finding out about our pregnancy he secretly hoped we were having twins. Since he was a kid he thought it would be super cool to have b/g twins named Leon and Noel (Noelle). The first time he suggested it, I had my heart set on something very different, (Asher), but after hearing Leon for a second time I fell in love. When sharing our son’s name with friends and family we did receive some criticism. Some referred to it as “an old man’s name.” While it took some time for some people to come around, everyone now loves the name.

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