Leon
Leon is a Greek name meaning 'lion', symbolizing strength and courage. It has been used across many cultures and languages, maintaining its powerful yet refined character throughout history.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 2,621. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 696
- 2012: 859
- 2013: 1,021
- 2014: 1,081
- 2015: 1,140
- 2016: 1,313
- 2017: 1,518
- 2018: 1,605
- 2019: 1,866
- 2020: 1,924
- 2021: 2,198
- 2022: 2,374
- 2023: 2,459
- 2024: 2,572
- 2025: 2,583
- 2026 (projected): 2,621
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Strong international appeal with minimal variation needed
- •Works well in both professional and casual settings
- •Classic name that never feels dated
Similar Names
Famous People
Leon Trotsky
Revolutionary and political theorist
Léon Blum
French Prime Minister and socialist leader
Leon Bridges
Grammy-winning soul singer
Leon Russell
Rock and roll hall of fame musician
Statistics
182,638
Total births since 1880
1924
Peak year
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