Leon vs Xander

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #216 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of the people"

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Leon Rank #141

Xander Rank #216

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #216 for Xander.

Is Leon or Xander more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Xander at #216 in the United States.

What do Leon and Xander mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Xander means "defender of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Leon and Xander boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Xander is primarily a boy name.