Frederick vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Frederick

Boy #424 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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8 High Risk

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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✓ All Clear

Frederick Rank #424

Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #424 for Frederick.

Is Frederick or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Leon mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Frederick and Leon boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.