Pantaleon
Meaninglion in all things · Greek
Pantaleon is a Mexican boy name meaning “lion in all things”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Hidden namesLook closely: Pantaleon has the name Leon hiding inside it.
- GenerationPantaleon peaked in 1938, which makes it a Silent Generation name, think grandparents and great-grandparents.
- HistoryPantaleon first shows up in US birth records in 1922, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 103 years since.
US births per million boys, 1922–2025
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About the name Pantaleon
Pantaleon is a boy name of Mexican origin meaning “lion in all things”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It was most fashionable in the 1930s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Mexican names
More Mexican boy names
- Boy name: Liam · resolute protector
- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
- Boy name: Mateo · gift of God
- Boy name: Lucas · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Benjamin · son of the right hand
- Unisex name: Elias · my God is Yahweh
- Unisex name: Luca · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Sebastian · venerable
Questions about the name Pantaleon
What does the name Pantaleon mean?
Pantaleon means “lion in all things” and comes from Greek. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Chukwuemeka (“god has done great things”), Chiemeka (“God has done great things”), Daon (“possibly all good things come”) and Mlungisi (“one who puts things right”).
What is the origin of the name Pantaleon?
Pantaleon is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Greek. Other Mexican names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Oliver (“olive tree”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Lucas (“man from Lucania”).
Is Pantaleon a boy or girl name?
Pantaleon is a boy name.
How popular is the name Pantaleon?
Pantaleon is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1980. It peaked at #3,175 in 1938, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Pantaleon?
If you like Pantaleon, you might also like Chukwuemeka, Chiemeka, Daon and Mlungisi.
What should I know before naming my baby Pantaleon?
Pantaleon is a Mexican boy name meaning “lion in all things”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.