Leander
boy name#1459 in 2025Leander entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #324 in 1882, ranks #1459 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1459
rank today
#324
peak (1882)
122
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #429 |
| 1890s | #620 |
| 1900s | #696 |
| 1910s | #681 |
| 1920s | #731 |
| 1930s | #872 |
| 1940s | #977 |
| 1950s | #953 |
| 1960s | #991 |
| 1970s | #1228 |
| 1980s | #1615 |
| 1990s | #2379 |
| 2000s | #2683 |
| 2010s | #2096 |
| 2020s | #1631 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Leander has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 4,100 people named Leander are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Leander alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Leander in 2025?
- Leander ranks #1459 among US boy names in 2025, with 122 babies given the name.
- When was the name Leander most popular?
- Leander peaked in 1882, reaching #324 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Leander with classmates?
- Leander will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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