Leon vs Frederick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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✓ All Clear

Boy #424 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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8 High Risk

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Leon Rank #141

Frederick Rank #424

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #424 for Frederick.

Is Leon or Frederick more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Leon and Frederick mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Leon and Frederick boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Frederick is primarily a boy name.