Leo

Boy's name

Leo is a Latin name derived from the word "leo," meaning "lion." It has been used as a given name since ancient times.

Meaning Lion
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 7,793 Rising
Peak year 2022

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Leo Tolstoy - Russian author of "War and Peace."
  • Leo Messi - Argentine soccer player, multiple Ballon d'Or winner.
  • Leo DiCaprio - American actor, Academy Award winner.
  • Leo Varadkar - Irish politician, former Taoiseach of Ireland.
  • Leo Howard - American actor, known for Disney's "Kickin' It."
  • Leo Fender - American inventor, founder of Fender Musical Instruments.
  • Leo Santa Cruz - Mexican boxer, multiple division world champion.
  • Leo Sayer - English singer-songwriter, known for hits like "You Make Me Feel Like Dancing."
  • Leo Gorcey - American actor, known for his roles in "The Bowery Boys" films.
  • Leo Laporte - American tech broadcaster, founder of TWiT network.

Brothers for Leo

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Sisters for Leo

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Name Variants

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