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Leon vs Deon

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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Deon

Boy #1,316 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"divine, of Zeus"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American African American English Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,316
Total SSA Count
148
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Leon Rank #141
Deon Rank #1,316

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #1316 for Deon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leon or Deon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Deon at #1316 in the United States.

What do Leon and Deon mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Deon means "divine, of Zeus" (Greek origin).

Are Leon and Deon boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Deon is primarily a boy name.

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