Leon vs Colin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #335 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"young dog, whelp"

Origin: Irish/Scottish Gaelic

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Leon Rank #141

Colin Rank #335

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #335 for Colin.

Is Leon or Colin more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Colin at #335 in the United States.

What do Leon and Colin mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Colin means "young dog, whelp" (Irish/Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Leon and Colin boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Colin is primarily a boy name.