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Leonard vs Cason

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cason

Boy #859 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the marsh dwellers"

Origin: English/Scottish (via Carson)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#859
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Leonard Rank #674
Cason Rank #859

Leonard is more popular, ranked #674 vs #859 for Cason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leonard or Cason more popular?

Leonard is more popular, ranked #674 compared to Cason at #859 in the United States.

What do Leonard and Cason mean?

Leonard means "brave lion, lion-strong" (Germanic origin). Cason means "son of the marsh dwellers" (English/Scottish (via Carson) origin).

Are Leonard and Cason boy or girl names?

Leonard is primarily a boy name. Cason is primarily a boy name.

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