Dylan vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dylan

Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Dylan Rank #28

Leon Rank #141

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #141 for Leon.

Is Dylan or Leon more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Dylan and Leon mean?

Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Dylan and Leon boy or girl names?

Dylan is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.