Leonardo vs Mason

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leonardo

Boy #84 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"brave as a lion"

Origin: Italian from Germanic (Leonard)

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish Portuguese American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#84
Total SSA Count
3,951
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Mason

Boy #42 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Stone worker; one who builds with stone"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#42
Total SSA Count
6,471
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Leonardo Rank #84
Mason Rank #42

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 vs #84 for Leonardo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leonardo or Mason more popular?

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 compared to Leonardo at #84 in the United States.

What do Leonardo and Mason mean?

Leonardo means "brave as a lion" (Italian from Germanic (Leonard) origin). Mason means "Stone worker; one who builds with stone" (English origin).

Are Leonardo and Mason boy or girl names?

Leonardo is primarily a boy name. Mason is primarily a boy name.

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