Leon vs Jackson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #35 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Jack"

Origin: English patronymic surname

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Leon Rank #141

Jackson Rank #35

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 vs #141 for Leon.

Is Leon or Jackson more popular?

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Leon and Jackson mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Jackson means "son of Jack" (English patronymic surname origin).

Are Leon and Jackson boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Jackson is primarily a boy name.