Rory vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Rory Rank #226

Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #226 for Rory.

Is Rory or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Rory and Leon mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Rory and Leon boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.