Leo
Leo is derived from the Latin word for 'lion,' symbolizing courage, strength, and nobility. It has ancient Roman roots and is also associated with the zodiac sign and constellation.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 8,309. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 2,250
- 2012: 2,879
- 2013: 3,511
- 2014: 3,976
- 2015: 4,603
- 2016: 5,299
- 2017: 5,965
- 2018: 6,773
- 2019: 7,504
- 2020: 7,229
- 2021: 7,803
- 2022: 8,293
- 2023: 8,160
- 2024: 7,823
- 2025: 8,173
- 2026 (projected): 8,309
Good to Know
- •Extremely easy to spell and pronounce across languages
- •Short and complete - doesn't require a nickname
- •Works well in many cultures and countries
- •Strong connection to lion symbolism and astrological significance
- •Very popular - your child may share this name with classmates
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Statistics
259,988
Total births since 1880
2022
Peak year
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