Leo vs Dawson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leo

Boy #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion-hearted, brave"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #139 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of David"

Origin: English

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Leo Rank #24

Dawson Rank #139

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 vs #139 for Dawson.

Is Leo or Dawson more popular?

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 compared to Dawson at #139 in the United States.

What do Leo and Dawson mean?

Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin). Dawson means "son of David" (English origin).

Are Leo and Dawson boy or girl names?

Leo is primarily a boy name. Dawson is primarily a boy name.