Leon vs Peter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #192 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek

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12 High Risk

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Leon Rank #141

Peter Rank #192

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #192 for Peter.

Is Leon or Peter more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Leon and Peter mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Leon and Peter boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.