Leo vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leo

Boy #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion-hearted, brave"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Leo Rank #24

Gideon Rank #332

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 vs #332 for Gideon.

Is Leo or Gideon more popular?

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Leo and Gideon mean?

Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Leo and Gideon boy or girl names?

Leo is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.