Bruce vs Leland

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bruce

Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

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Boy #548 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"meadow land"

Origin: Old English

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Bruce Rank #540

Leland Rank #548

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 vs #548 for Leland.

Is Bruce or Leland more popular?

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 compared to Leland at #548 in the United States.

What do Bruce and Leland mean?

Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin). Leland means "meadow land" (Old English origin).

Are Bruce and Leland boy or girl names?

Bruce is primarily a boy name. Leland is primarily a boy name.