Name:
Leon
Gender:
Boy
Origin:
Greek, Latin
Meaning:
Leon is a variant of Leo, with Greek roots. Leo originates in Latin language and means "lion man". It is a very popular masculine given name all over the world and the name of 13 popes throughout history. Its usage in the United States has declined significantly in recent times.
Pronunciation:
lee-AHN
The Five Elements:
Wood
Also Spelled Like...:
Leonard
Famous Leon:
Leon Day : baseball player
Leon Bright : football player
Leon Burton : football player
Leon Clarke : football player
Leon Edel : author
Leon Joe : football player
Leon Lai : actor
Leon McFadden : baseball player
Leon Cort : football player