Emilio vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emilio

Boy #152 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"rival, eager to excel"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Emilio Rank #152

Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #152 for Emilio.

Is Emilio or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Emilio at #152 in the United States.

What do Emilio and Leon mean?

Emilio means "rival, eager to excel" (Latin origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Emilio and Leon boy or girl names?

Emilio is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.