Connor vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Connor

Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#136
Total SSA Count
2,606
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Con, Connie

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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

Connor Rank #136
Leon Rank #141

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #141 for Leon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Connor ___

  • Connor James
  • Connor Patrick
  • Connor Michael
  • Connor Ryan
  • Connor Thomas
  • Connor Sean

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 Connor

Finn Liam Declan Siobhan Aoife

If you choose Leon

Felix Otto Clara Mia Hugo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connor or Leon more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Connor and Leon mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Leon means "brave, lion-hearted" (Latin origin).

Are Connor and Leon boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.

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