Leo vs Jackson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leo

Boy #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion-hearted, brave"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #35 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Jack"

Origin: English patronymic surname

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Leo Rank #24

Jackson Rank #35

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 vs #35 for Jackson.

Is Leo or Jackson more popular?

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 compared to Jackson at #35 in the United States.

What do Leo and Jackson mean?

Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin). Jackson means "son of Jack" (English patronymic surname origin).

Are Leo and Jackson boy or girl names?

Leo is primarily a boy name. Jackson is primarily a boy name.