Leon vs Theodore

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

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Popularity Comparison

Leon Rank #141
Theodore Rank #4

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

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Leon ___

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Leon

Felix Otto Clara Mia Hugo

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leon or Theodore more popular?

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

What do Leon and Theodore mean?

Leon means "brave, lion-hearted" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Leon and Theodore boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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