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Parker vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Parker

Boy #97 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"keeper of the park, park ranger"

Origin: Old French (parcier)

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#97
Total SSA Count
3,605
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#141
Total SSA Count
2,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Parker Rank #97
Leon Rank #141

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 vs #141 for Leon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parker or Leon more popular?

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Parker and Leon mean?

Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Parker and Leon boy or girl names?

Parker is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.

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