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Leon vs Jameson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#141
Total SSA Count
2,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Jameson

Boy #118 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of James"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

American English Irish Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#118
Total SSA Count
3,025
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Leon Rank #141
Jameson Rank #118

Jameson is more popular, ranked #118 vs #141 for Leon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leon or Jameson more popular?

Jameson is more popular, ranked #118 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Leon and Jameson mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Jameson means "son of James" (English origin).

Are Leon and Jameson boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Jameson is primarily a boy name.

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