Leon vs Silas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

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Leon Rank #141

Silas Rank #81

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #141 for Leon.

Is Leon or Silas more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Leon and Silas mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Leon and Silas boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.