Brandon vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brandon

Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Brandon Rank #230

Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Brandon or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Brandon and Leon mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Brandon and Leon boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.