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Liem vs Leo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liem

Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,715
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Leo

Boy #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion-hearted, brave"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian German French American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24
Total SSA Count
7,793
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Liem Rank #5,715
Leo Rank #24

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liem or Leo more popular?

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Liem and Leo mean?

Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin). Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin).

Are Liem and Leo boy or girl names?

Liem is primarily a boy name. Leo is primarily a boy name.

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