Aaron vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aaron

Boy #79 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"high mountain"

Origin: Hebrew (aharon)

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Aaron Rank #79

Leon Rank #141

Aaron is more popular, ranked #79 vs #141 for Leon.

Is Aaron or Leon more popular?

Aaron is more popular, ranked #79 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Aaron and Leon mean?

Aaron means "high mountain" (Hebrew (aharon) origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Aaron and Leon boy or girl names?

Aaron is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.