Eric vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Eric Rank #252

Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #252 for Eric.

Is Eric or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Eric and Leon mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Eric and Leon boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.