Barrett vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barrett

Boy #186 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bear strength, brave as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Barrett Rank #186

Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #186 for Barrett.

Is Barrett or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Barrett at #186 in the United States.

What do Barrett and Leon mean?

Barrett means "bear strength, brave as a bear" (Germanic origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Barrett and Leon boy or girl names?

Barrett is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.