Kohen 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

Kohen Rank #320
Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #320 for Kohen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kohen ___

  • Kohen James
  • Kohen Alexander
  • Kohen Michael
  • Kohen Thomas
  • Kohen William
  • Kohen David

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 Kohen

Levi Asher Ezra Naomi Zoe

If you choose Leon

Felix Otto Clara Mia Hugo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kohen or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Kohen at #320 in the United States.

What do Kohen and Leon mean?

Leon means "brave, lion-hearted" (Latin origin).

Are Kohen and Leon boy or girl names?

Kohen is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.

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