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By Brynn McKeon · Jul 2026

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Lion

OriginHebrew, English
Meaning"my strength; lion"
GenderGirl
Also a boy's nameShow me Lion as a boy's name
NB Rank#4962

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Lion is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

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