Leon \leon\ as a boy's name is pronounced LEE-ahn. It is of Greek origin. Variant of Leo. The lion is a central figure in the art and religious symbolism of many different cultures, usually meaning kingliness, grandeur, and courage. See also Lionel. Author Leon Uris.

Leon has 5 variant forms: Leoncio, Leone, Lioni, Lionisio and Lionni.

For more information, see also related names Leonard and Napoleon.

Baby names that sound like Leon are Lon, Lenn, Len, Lyon and Lion.