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Leo vs Jack

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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Jack

Boy #15 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#15
Total SSA Count
8,434
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Leo Rank #24
Jack Rank #15

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 vs #24 for Leo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leo or Jack more popular?

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 compared to Leo at #24 in the United States.

What do Leo and Jack mean?

Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin). Jack means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Leo and Jack boy or girl names?

Leo is primarily a boy name. Jack is primarily a boy name.

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