Surname · French origin
Leroy
Meaning
The surname Leroy means The king.
Origin
French
Type
other
Variants
1
The origin of the surname Leroy
Leroy means “the king,” a nickname perhaps for one who played a king in pageants.
What kind of surname is Leroy?
Leroy is a other surname. It belongs to the French naming tradition — you can read how French surnames were formed on our French last names page.
Variants & spellings of Leroy
You may also see this surname written as:
- Le Roy
Other French surnames
Other other surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Leroy mean?
The surname Leroy means The king. Leroy means “the king,” a nickname perhaps for one who played a king in pageants.
Where does the surname Leroy come from?
Leroy is a surname of French origin.
What kind of surname is Leroy?
Leroy is a other surname.
What are other spellings of Leroy?
Variant spellings of Leroy include Le Roy.
What are other French surnames?
Other French surnames include Bernard, Blanc, Dubois, Dumont, Durand, Duval.