Carlos vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Carlos

Boy #135 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"free man"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Carlos Rank #135

Leon Rank #141

Carlos is more popular, ranked #135 vs #141 for Leon.

Is Carlos or Leon more popular?

Carlos is more popular, ranked #135 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Carlos and Leon mean?

Carlos means "free man" (Germanic origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Carlos and Leon boy or girl names?

Carlos is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.