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Leon vs Cleo

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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Cleo

Girl #603 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"glory, fame"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#603
Total SSA Count
495
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Leon Rank #141
Cleo Rank #603

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #603 for Cleo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leon or Cleo more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Cleo at #603 in the United States.

What do Leon and Cleo mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Cleo means "glory, fame" (Greek origin).

Are Leon and Cleo boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Cleo is primarily a girl name.

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