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Lion

Pronunciation: [ l-EYE-uhn ]

Boy Name #3,598 Most Popular Hidden Gem

Ranked #3598, Lion is an uncommon boy name with a distinctive personality.

Meaning & Origin

Lion is a boy name, recorded for 31 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-EYE-uhn.

Parents who love the name Lion often also consider Lillian, Lillie, Lizzie .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #3,598
Total SSA Count: 31

Alternative Spellings

Lionel #561 Lior #2435 Lio #2871

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Lillian Lillie Lizzie Lilly Lida Lina Lily Linnie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lion

Is Lion a boy or girl name?

Lion is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Lion?

Lion is pronounced l-EYE-uhn.

How popular is the name Lion?

Lion is currently ranked #3598 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Lion a common or rare name?

Lion is an uncommon name, ranked #3598 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Lion

Lion is a boy name .

Lion is currently ranked #3,598 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Lion include Lionel, Lior, Lio . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.