Leon vs Emilio

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #152 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"rival, eager to excel"

Origin: Latin

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Leon Rank #141

Emilio Rank #152

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #152 for Emilio.

Is Leon or Emilio more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Emilio at #152 in the United States.

What do Leon and Emilio mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Emilio means "rival, eager to excel" (Latin origin).

Are Leon and Emilio boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Emilio is primarily a boy name.