In 2024, 7,793 boys in the United States were named Leo, making it the 24th most popular boy's name that year.
It has climbed sharply, from 97th a decade earlier.
Its busiest year on record was 2022, with 8,322 births.
Records for Leo go back to 1880, and 253,873 babies have been given the name since.
A Latin name meaning "lion". Its compact form projects strength while maintaining a cute, approachable quality.
Leo is of Latin origin, described as classic and strong in style.
In 2024, Leo went to 18 girls and 7,793 boys — over 99% boys.
In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.
Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.
A Latin name meaning "lion". Its compact form projects strength while maintaining a cute, approachable quality.
Leo is of Latin origin, and is usually described as classic and strong in style.
In 2024, 7,793 boys in the United States were named Leo, making it the 24th most popular boy's name that year.
In 2024, Leo went to 18 girls and 7,793 boys — over 99% boys. In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.