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Leo

“Lion” — Latin

BoyLatin2 syllablesCurrent rank #24 (2024)

About Leo

The Latin name Leo brings a fierce yet distinguished energy, translating simply to "lion." This classic boy's name strikes a perfect balance between bold strength and timeless sophistication, making it a beloved choice across generations.

Quick Facts

GenderBoy
OriginLatin
Syllables2

Nicknames for Leo

Leo is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.

Popularity in the U.S.

Leo ranks #24 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 7,793 births..

Current #245Y +4%Peak 2022
4K5K6K7K8K151617181920212223242015: 4,596 births2016: 5,293 births2017: 5,956 births2018: 6,756 births2019: 7,479 births2020: 7,159 births2021: 7,802 births2022: 8,290 births2023: 8,152 births2024: 7,793 births

Leo popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Leo had 7,793 births in 2024.

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YearBirthsRank
20154,596#91
20165,293#74
20175,956#62
20186,756#50
20197,479#40
20207,159#36
20217,802#31
20228,290#22
20238,152#18
20247,793#24

Middle Name Ideas

  • Leo James
  • Leo Alexander
  • Leo Reid

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Leo mean?

Leo is commonly linked to the meaning Lion and is associated with Latin roots.

Is Leo a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Leo ranks #24 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 7,793 births..