Leon vs Beau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #69 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"handsome, beautiful"

Origin: French

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12 High Risk

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Leon Rank #141

Beau Rank #69

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 vs #141 for Leon.

Is Leon or Beau more popular?

Beau is more popular, ranked #69 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Leon and Beau mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Beau means "handsome, beautiful" (French origin).

Are Leon and Beau boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Beau is primarily a boy name.