Leon vs Ethan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #19 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"permanent, long-lived"

Origin: Hebrew

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Leon Rank #141

Ethan Rank #19

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 vs #141 for Leon.

Is Leon or Ethan more popular?

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Leon and Ethan mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin).

Are Leon and Ethan boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Ethan is primarily a boy name.