Charlotte vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave, lion-hearted"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Greek

Quick Stats

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Leon Rank #141

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #141 for Leon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Leon ___

  • Leon James
  • Leon Alexander
  • Leon Nathaniel
  • Leon Michael
  • Leon Charles
  • Leon Andrew

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Leon

Felix Otto Clara Mia Hugo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Leon more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Leon mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Leon means "brave, lion-hearted" (Latin origin).

Are Charlotte and Leon boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Leon is primarily a boy name.

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