Lion
Derived from the French word for the king of beasts, it is also a prominent French place name. While it shares roots with the more common Leo, Lyon offers a more sophisticated, surname-style alternative that evokes strength and nobility.
Less common today
Lyon isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,895 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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