Lyon vs Basil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lyon

Boy #1,890 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: French/Latin

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Boy #2,026 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"king, royal"

Origin: Greek

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Lyon Rank #1,890

Basil Rank #2,026

Lyon is more popular, ranked #1890 vs #2026 for Basil.

Is Lyon or Basil more popular?

Lyon is more popular, ranked #1890 compared to Basil at #2026 in the United States.

What do Lyon and Basil mean?

Lyon means "lion" (French/Latin origin). Basil means "king, royal" (Greek origin).

Are Lyon and Basil boy or girl names?

Lyon is primarily a boy name. Basil is primarily a boy name.