Leonid
boy name#5608 in 2025Leonid entered the US charts in 1959, peaked at #3691 in 2022, ranks #5608 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1959–2025
#5608
rank today
#3691
peak (2022)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3988 |
| 1970s | #4054 |
| 1980s | #3884 |
| 1990s | #7794 |
| 2000s | #7249 |
| 2010s | #4938 |
| 2020s | #4445 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Leonid has been most popular in CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Leonid are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Leonid is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Leonid in 2025?
- Leonid ranks #5608 among US boy names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
- When was the name Leonid most popular?
- Leonid peaked in 2022, reaching #3691 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Leonid with classmates?
- Leonid will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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