How popular is the name Leon in 2025?

Leon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.

When was the name Leon most popular?

Leon peaked in 1908, reaching #1044 among US girl names.

Leon will almost certainly be the only one in school.

girl name

Leon entered the US charts in 1891, peaked at #1044 in 1908, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1044

peak (1908)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 600 people named Leon are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Leon alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Leon in 2025?: Leon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
When was the name Leon most popular?: Leon peaked in 1908, reaching #1044 among US girl names.
Will my child share the name Leon with classmates?: Leon will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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