Leroy vs Kellan

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 #919 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"slender, bright-headed"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish American

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Leroy Rank #864

Kellan Rank #919

Leroy is more popular, ranked #864 vs #919 for Kellan.

Is Leroy or Kellan more popular?

Leroy is more popular, ranked #864 compared to Kellan at #919 in the United States.

What do Leroy and Kellan mean?

Leroy means "the king" (Old French origin). Kellan means "slender, bright-headed" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Leroy and Kellan boy or girl names?

Leroy is primarily a boy name. Kellan is primarily a boy name.