Leon
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“Lion”
Popularity Over Time
Births per million by decade (SSA data, 1960s–2020s)
The Story
Leon ranked #259 nationally with 2,547 births in the most recent SSA data. 📈 Rising trend: +96% vs the previous decade.
Names That Vibe With Leon
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Vintage Revival
Old-fashioned names making a stunning comeback. Think grandparent-chic meets modern cool.
Short & Sweet
Punchy names with 3–5 letters that pack a wallop. Easy to spell, impossible to forget.
Greek & Latin
Ancient names with classical gravitas. From philosophers to gods, these names carry weight.
Rising Stars 2026
Names surging in popularity right now. Get ahead of the curve with these trending picks.
Hidden Gems
Beautiful names flying under the radar. Unique without being weird — the Goldilocks zone.
Comeback Names
Names your grandparents loved that are cool again. Everything old is new in the nursery.