Boys name · New York
Leon in New York
In 2025, 188 babies born in New York were named Leon, making it the #95 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 15,258.
Popularity over time
Leon in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 38 | #75 |
| 1926 | 261 | #66 |
| 1943 | 165 | #98 |
| 1959 | 136 | #174 |
| 1976 | 89 | #195 |
| 1992 | 53 | #330 |
| 2009 | 61 | #301 |
| 2025 | 188 | #95 |
Its busiest year in New York was 1924, with 336 Leon births. Leon's highest rank in New York was #60, set in 1924.
Rank swung between #60 (1924) and #446 (2001) in New York, from #75 in 1910 to #95 in 2025.
Nationally, Leon's strongest state was the District of Columbia, where it hit #28 in 1928. See Leon in every state →
How popular is Leon in New York?
In 2025, 188 babies born in New York were named Leon, making it the #95 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 15,258.
How many babies are named Leon in New York?
New York recorded 188 births of babies named Leon in 2025.
What is the rank of Leon in New York?
Leon ranked #95 among boys names in New York in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.