Leo
Leo first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2022, when 8,293 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 8,173.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Leo popular?
Near its peak Leo is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2022.
| 2020s | 47,481 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 44,706 | |
| 2000s | 12,274 | |
| 1990s | 4,738 | |
| 1980s | 4,541 | |
| 1970s | 5,365 | |
| 1960s | 9,487 | |
| 1950s | 15,536 | |
| 1940s | 16,962 | |
| 1930s | 22,864 | |
| 1920s | 36,960 | |
| 1910s | 26,656 | |
| 1900s | 5,629 | |
| 1890s | 4,691 | |
| 1880s | 2,098 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Leo mean?
Leo is the Latin word for “lion,” long associated with courage and strength, and shared with the zodiac sign.
Variants & spellings
- Léo
- Leon
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Leo mean?
Leo means Lion. Leo is the Latin word for “lion,” long associated with courage and strength, and shared with the zodiac sign.
What is the origin of the name Leo?
Leo is of Latin origin.
How do you pronounce Leo?
Leo is pronounced “LEE-oh.”
Is Leo a boy or a girl name?
Leo is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Leo a popular name right now?
Leo is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2022.
How popular is the name Leo?
In 2025, Leo ranked #19 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Leo most popular?
Leo was most popular in 2022, when about 8,293 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Leo?
Names similar to Leo include Leon, Milo, Felix, Max.
What names go well with Leo?
Latin names that pair well with Leo include Mark, Amanda, Emily, Olivia, Ava.