Name comparison · boy names
Leo vs. Leon
In 2025, Leo leads at #19 among U.S. boys' names, with Leon at #138. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Leo | Leon |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Comeback |
| 2025 rank | #19 | #138 |
| Babies in 2025 | 8,173 | 2,583 |
| All-time peak | #18 in 2023 | #73 in 1926 |
| Uniqueness score | 9 / 100 | 23 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Illinois (#8) | Vermont (#57) |