Henry vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henry

Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Henry Rank #6

Leon Rank #141

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 vs #141 for Leon.

Is Henry or Leon more popular?

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Henry and Leon mean?

Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Henry and Leon boy or girl names?

Henry is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.