Edward vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Edward Rank #228

Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #228 for Edward.

Is Edward or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Edward and Leon mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Edward and Leon boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.