Leonard vs Johan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leonard

Boy #674 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"brave lion, lion-strong"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #537 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

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Leonard Rank #674

Johan Rank #537

Johan is more popular, ranked #537 vs #674 for Leonard.

Is Leonard or Johan more popular?

Johan is more popular, ranked #537 compared to Leonard at #674 in the United States.

What do Leonard and Johan mean?

Leonard means "brave lion, lion-strong" (Germanic origin). Johan means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Leonard and Johan boy or girl names?

Leonard is primarily a boy name. Johan is primarily a boy name.