Leroy
boy name#883 in 2025Leroy entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #50 in 1907, ranks #883 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#883
rank today
#50
peak (1907)
269
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #96 |
| 1890s | #76 |
| 1900s | #60 |
| 1910s | #60 |
| 1920s | #53 |
| 1930s | #55 |
| 1940s | #82 |
| 1950s | #132 |
| 1960s | #182 |
| 1970s | #251 |
| 1980s | #350 |
| 1990s | #552 |
| 2000s | #857 |
| 2010s | #953 |
| 2020s | #884 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Leroy has been most popular in PA, TX, CA.
Living bearers
About 75,500 people named Leroy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Leroy alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Leroy in 2025?
- Leroy ranks #883 among US boy names in 2025, with 269 babies given the name.
- When was the name Leroy most popular?
- Leroy peaked in 1907, reaching #50 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Leroy with classmates?
- Leroy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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