Leroy vs Heath

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leroy

Boy #864 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"the king"

Origin: Old French

French African American English

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Boy #852 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"heathland, open moorland"

Origin: Old English

English Australian American

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Leroy Rank #864

Heath Rank #852

Heath is more popular, ranked #852 vs #864 for Leroy.

Is Leroy or Heath more popular?

Heath is more popular, ranked #852 compared to Leroy at #864 in the United States.

What do Leroy and Heath mean?

Leroy means "the king" (Old French origin). Heath means "heathland, open moorland" (Old English origin).

Are Leroy and Heath boy or girl names?

Leroy is primarily a boy name. Heath is primarily a boy name.