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Roman vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roman

Boy #52 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"citizen of Rome, Roman"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English Polish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#52
Total SSA Count
5,474
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Roman Rank #52
Leon Rank #141

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 vs #141 for Leon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roman or Leon more popular?

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Roman and Leon mean?

Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Roman and Leon boy or girl names?

Roman is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.

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