Richard vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Richard

Boy #232 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Germanic

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12 High Risk

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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✓ All Clear

Richard Rank #232

Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #232 for Richard.

Is Richard or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Richard at #232 in the United States.

What do Richard and Leon mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Richard and Leon boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.