Leon vs Carlos

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #135 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"free man"

Origin: Germanic

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Leon Rank #141

Carlos Rank #135

Carlos is more popular, ranked #135 vs #141 for Leon.

Is Leon or Carlos more popular?

Carlos is more popular, ranked #135 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Leon and Carlos mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Carlos means "free man" (Germanic origin).

Are Leon and Carlos boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Carlos is primarily a boy name.