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Leon vs Arlo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#141
Total SSA Count
2,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Arlo

Boy #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fortified hill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#146
Total SSA Count
2,481
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Leon Rank #141
Arlo Rank #146

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #146 for Arlo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leon or Arlo more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Arlo at #146 in the United States.

What do Leon and Arlo mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Leon and Arlo boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.

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