Leon vs Emmett

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #119 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong, mighty"

Origin: Old English

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Leon Rank #141

Emmett Rank #119

Emmett is more popular, ranked #119 vs #141 for Leon.

Is Leon or Emmett more popular?

Emmett is more popular, ranked #119 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Leon and Emmett mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin).

Are Leon and Emmett boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Emmett is primarily a boy name.