León
«Lion; strong and brave»
The constellation of León · every letter is a star; its height set by its numerology
Meaning of León
«Lion; strong and brave»
That is what León carries inside: a name of Latin origin with centuries behind it.
León at a glance
Origin: Latin
Symbolizes: leadership, courage and originality
Numerology: Expression 1 · Soul 11 · Personality 8
Ruling planet: Sun (number 1)
Day: Sunday Color: Gold Stone: Topaz
Popularity: #157 in the U.S. (2020–2025)
Numerology & planet
A natural leader—independent and pioneering; shines with its own light.
About the name León
In numerology, León vibrates with the number 1, the territory of Sun. A natural leader—independent and pioneering. Summed up in a few words: leadership, courage and originality.
The personality of León in numerology
Three numbers, three layers of León:
Expression 1 · Sun: A natural leader—independent and pioneering.
Soul 11 · Master 11: what it truly seeks: inspiration and meaning.
Personality 8 · Saturn: right away, it leaves an impression that is capable and commanding.
The origin of León
Latin, the language of ancient Rome, is the root of a great many names we use today. León grows out of that history: a «Lion; strong and brave» that time has not worn down. By its number 1, León is linked to the day Sunday, the color Gold, the element Fire and the stone Topaz.
How popular is León?
León just entered the radar. It didn't rank among the 200 most chosen names in the U.S. in the 2010s, and between 2020 and 2025 it already holds rank #157, with 14,110 boys registered according to the Social Security Administration.
Higher = more chosen (U.S. top 200)
Choosing León today means getting ahead of the wave: a rising name you won't hear in every classroom yet.
It entered the top 200 in this decade and hasn't left since.
Source: Social Security Administration (U.S.), official records by decade, as of 2026.
Is León a good name for your baby?
León brings together two things rarely found in one name: a meaning with weight («Lion; strong and brave») and a sound that is easy to love. Write it with your last name, say it out loud — and for the final nudge, its compatibility awaits on Astra.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name León mean?
León means «Lion; strong and brave.» It is a name of Latin origin.
What is the numerology of León?
Its number is 1, ruled by the Sun: A natural leader—independent and pioneering; shines with its own light.
Is León a boy or girl name?
León is used as a boy's name.