Leon vs Dawson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #139 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of David"

Origin: English

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Leon Rank #141

Dawson Rank #139

Dawson is more popular, ranked #139 vs #141 for Leon.

Is Leon or Dawson more popular?

Dawson is more popular, ranked #139 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Leon and Dawson mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Dawson means "son of David" (English origin).

Are Leon and Dawson boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Dawson is primarily a boy name.