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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The king
- Origin
- Old French (surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- LEE-roy
Leroy is a boy's name pronounced LEE-roy (IPA /ˈliːrɔɪ/), rooted in Old French as a surname meaning "the king." It has a vintage feel, the kind of name that feels drawn from an earlier generation rather than today's lists. If you want a short, meaningful name with old-world roots, Leroy delivers that in a single clean word.
Meaning & Origin of Leroy
Meaning: The king.
Origin: Old French (surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Leroy
LEE-royIPA /ˈliːrɔɪ/
Popularity of Leroy
Leroy hit its high point in 1907, ranking #50 with 550 baby boys given the name that year. By 2024 it had dropped to #862, with just 278 boys named Leroy — part of a gradual decline tracked in Social Security data going back to 1880.
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FAQ
What does the name Leroy mean?
The king. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Leroy?
Leroy is pronounced LEE-roy (IPA: /ˈliːrɔɪ/).
Is Leroy a popular name right now?
Leroy peaked at #50 in 1907 and is ranked #862 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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