Leon vs Cyrus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #255 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sun, throne"

Origin: Old Persian

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Leon Rank #141

Cyrus Rank #255

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #255 for Cyrus.

Is Leon or Cyrus more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Cyrus at #255 in the United States.

What do Leon and Cyrus mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Cyrus means "sun, throne" (Old Persian origin).

Are Leon and Cyrus boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Cyrus is primarily a boy name.