Names Starting With L
BoyLatin#11 in 2025
Leo
Leo is a boys' name of Latin origin meaning “Lion, brave.” It ranked #11 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
LEE-oh
Meaning & Origin
The name Leo means “Lion, brave.” It comes from the Latin language tradition.
A zodiac sign name that also stands on its own. Short, bold, and internationally recognized. Rising fast across Western countries.
Popularity Over Time
#302020
#222021
#182022
#142023
#122024
#112025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #11 |
| 2024 | #12 |
| 2023 | #14 |
| 2022 | #18 |
| 2021 | #22 |
| 2020 | #30 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
Famous People Named Leo
- Leonardo DiCaprio
- Leo Tolstoy
- Pope Leo XIII
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