Leon
boy name#138 in 2025Leon entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #73 in 1926, ranks #138 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1880–2025
#138
rank today
#73
peak (1926)
2,583
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #102 |
| 1890s | #89 |
| 1900s | #84 |
| 1910s | #81 |
| 1920s | #77 |
| 1930s | #84 |
| 1940s | #107 |
| 1950s | #144 |
| 1960s | #196 |
| 1970s | #224 |
| 1980s | #285 |
| 1990s | #437 |
| 2000s | #495 |
| 2010s | #311 |
| 2020s | #160 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Leon has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 94,500 people named Leon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Leon alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Leon in 2025?
- Leon ranks #138 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,583 babies given the name.
- When was the name Leon most popular?
- Leon peaked in 1926, reaching #73 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Leon with classmates?
- Leon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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