Leon vs Benjamin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #11 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of the south"

Origin: Hebrew

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Leon Rank #141

Benjamin Rank #11

Benjamin is more popular, ranked #11 vs #141 for Leon.

Is Leon or Benjamin more popular?

Benjamin is more popular, ranked #11 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Leon and Benjamin mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Benjamin means "son of the south" (Hebrew origin).

Are Leon and Benjamin boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Benjamin is primarily a boy name.