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Leeroy
♂ Boy
Pronounced LEE-roy /ˈli.rɔɪ/High
Meaning: Spelling of Leroy — from French le roi, 'the king'Medium
In 30 seconds: Every inch the king: Leeroy spells Leroy — French 'the king'. Bold, retro, and warm (and a gaming legend, Leeroy Jenkins).
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Origin MediumFrench
MeaningSpelling of Leroy — from French le roi, 'the king'
U.S. rank (2025)#3562 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births32 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1927
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,404
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Leeroy is a spelling of Leroy — from French le roi, 'the king'. A bold, regal name with retro charm (and internet fame via Leeroy Jenkins).
It registers thinly beside Leroy. Rare, the-king at the root, and bold.
Did you know? Leroy means 'the king' in French (le roi) — Leeroy is a spelling famed by the World of Warcraft battle-cry 'Leeroy Jenkins!'; bold and retro.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name — Leroy — root etymology
Variations
LeroyLeeroiLeroy
Nicknames
LeeRoy
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Leeroy mean?
Leeroy spells Leroy — French 'the king'.
How do you pronounce Leeroy?
It's said LEE-roy /ˈli.rɔɪ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Leeroy a boy or girl name?
Leeroy is a boy's name.
How popular is Leeroy?
Leeroy is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Leroy is more common.