NAME PROFILE
Leroy
Leroy is a French name meaning 'the king'. It often conveys a sense of authority and leadership, suggesting a person who is confident and respected by others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 202,163 |
| Gender | Male (93% / 7%) |
| Peak year | 1935 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 20%CA — 20%PA — 20%OH — 20%FL — 20%
Notable People
Leroy Sane (Footballer, Bayern Munich) · Leroy Anderson (Composer, known for 'Sleigh Ride') · Leroy Neiman (Artist, known for sports paintings) · Leroy Smith (Basketball player, known for his plays) · Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Fictional character from *NCIS*)
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