Leon

Q: What is the origin of Leon?

Leon is of Greek origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Leon?

According to the latest SSA data, Leon is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Leon a girl name?

Leon is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Lion"

Leon is a long-established name in classical and Christian contexts, valued for its concise form and symbolic strength.

Themes:classicalstronggreek

Unique Rare Strong Powerful Bold

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Popularity History of Leon

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Leon Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Leon.

8 ideas

leoy

Nickname

leon

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leony

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leono

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llie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Leon

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Leon mean?

Leon means "Lion". Leon is a long-established name in classical and Christian contexts, valued for its concise form and symbolic strength.

What is the origin of Leon?

Leon is of Greek origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Leon?

According to the latest SSA data, Leon is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Leon a girl name?

Leon is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Leon?

Popular nicknames for Leon include leoy, leon, ly, le, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Leon?

There are many names similar to Leon in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek, Latin

Syllables1

Length4 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withL

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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