Lion
boy name#3181 in 2025Lion entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #2919 in 2022, ranks #3181 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
#3181
rank today
#2919
peak (2022)
37
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3872 |
| 1990s | #8347 |
| 2000s | #9807 |
| 2010s | #5680 |
| 2020s | #3539 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lion has been most popular in CA, FL, TX.
Living bearers
About 400 people named Lion are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lion is a kid of about 6 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lion in 2025?
- Lion ranks #3181 among US boy names in 2025, with 37 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lion most popular?
- Lion peaked in 2022, reaching #2919 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lion with classmates?
- Lion will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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