Leon vs Lee

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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✓ All Clear

Boy #715 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"meadow, woodland clearing"

Origin: Old English leah

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15 High Risk

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Leon Rank #141

Lee Rank #715

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #715 for Lee.

Is Leon or Lee more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Leon and Lee mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Leon and Lee boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.