Leeroy Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-roy / /ˈliːrɔɪ/French; English
Meaning
French: the king; English: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Leeroy is derived from the French phrase 'le roi,' meaning 'the king.' It has been used in English-speaking countries, often as a variation of Leroy. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is sometimes associated with a sense of bravery and leadership.
Trend Summary
Leeroy has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable peak in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Leroy
International Variants
- Leroy (French)
Famous people named Leeroy
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Fictional characters named Leeroy
Leeroy Jenkins is a character from the online gaming community, known for his infamous battle cry in a World of Warcraft video.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Leeroy was first seen in the United States in 1887. Leeroy has ranked as high as #794 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Leeroy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Leeroy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1903 | 10 |
| 1905 | 8 |
| 1906 | 10 |
| 1907 | 10 |
| 1908 | 7 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 24 |
| 1913 | 19 |
| 1914 | 35 |
| 1915 | 34 |
| 1916 | 44 |
| 1917 | 51 |
| 1918 | 70 |
| 1919 | 77 |
| 1920 | 78 |
| 1921 | 87 |
| 1922 | 86 |
| 1923 | 80 |
| 1924 | 74 |
| 1925 | 71 |
| 1926 | 82 |
| 1927 | 95 |
| 1928 | 88 |
| 1929 | 81 |
| 1930 | 79 |
| 1931 | 56 |
| 1932 | 79 |
| 1933 | 80 |
| 1934 | 60 |
| 1935 | 64 |
| 1936 | 69 |
| 1937 | 71 |
| 1938 | 61 |
| 1939 | 66 |
| 1940 | 57 |
| 1941 | 54 |
| 1942 | 54 |
| 1943 | 54 |
| 1944 | 59 |
| 1945 | 65 |
| 1946 | 56 |
| 1947 | 57 |
| 1948 | 37 |
| 1949 | 45 |
| 1950 | 48 |
| 1951 | 30 |
| 1952 | 31 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 26 |
| 1955 | 24 |
| 1956 | 25 |
| 1957 | 35 |
| 1958 | 19 |
| 1959 | 24 |
| 1960 | 37 |
| 1961 | 37 |
| 1962 | 30 |
| 1963 | 27 |
| 1964 | 29 |
| 1965 | 31 |
| 1966 | 23 |
| 1967 | 33 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 26 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 28 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 32 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1980 | 33 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 24 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 32 |
| 1989 | 32 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 26 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 27 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 30 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 23 |