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Cameron vs Leo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cameron

Boy #66 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"crooked river, winding stream"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#66
Total SSA Count
4,817
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Leo

Boy #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion-hearted, brave"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian German French American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24
Total SSA Count
7,793
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cameron Rank #66
Leo Rank #24

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 vs #66 for Cameron.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cameron or Leo more popular?

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 compared to Cameron at #66 in the United States.

What do Cameron and Leo mean?

Cameron means "crooked river, winding stream" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin).

Are Cameron and Leo boy or girl names?

Cameron is primarily a boy name. Leo is primarily a boy name.

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