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Leo vs Anthony

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leo

Boy #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion-hearted, brave"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian German French American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24
Total SSA Count
7,793
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Anthony

Boy #44 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Priceless; of inestimable worth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#44
Total SSA Count
6,326
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Leo Rank #24
Anthony Rank #44

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 vs #44 for Anthony.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leo or Anthony more popular?

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 compared to Anthony at #44 in the United States.

What do Leo and Anthony mean?

Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin). Anthony means "Priceless; of inestimable worth" (Latin origin).

Are Leo and Anthony boy or girl names?

Leo is primarily a boy name. Anthony is primarily a boy name.

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