boy name
Leonel
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#350 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Leonel in the US, 1880–2025
Leonel first appears in US records in 1910. It peaked in 2024, when 1,084 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 942.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Leonel a boy or a girl name?
Leonel is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Leonel?
In 2025, Leonel ranked #350 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Leonel most popular?
Leonel was most popular in 2024, when about 1,084 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.