Leon
BoyOrigin: Latin · Greek
Meaning
“lion”
Cultural Notes
Greek and Latin form meaning lion used across Europe for centuries; Leon Trotsky made the name internationally known in the 20th century.
Popularity
Rarity: common
Peak decade: 1920s
Community likes: 0
Famous People Named Leon
- Leon Trotsky, Leon Spinks, Leon Russell
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