Leroy vs Wayne

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leroy

Boy #864 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"the king"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #687 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wagon maker, cart driver"

Origin: Old English

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Leroy Rank #864

Wayne Rank #687

Wayne is more popular, ranked #687 vs #864 for Leroy.

Is Leroy or Wayne more popular?

Wayne is more popular, ranked #687 compared to Leroy at #864 in the United States.

What do Leroy and Wayne mean?

Leroy means "the king" (Old French origin). Wayne means "wagon maker, cart driver" (Old English origin).

Are Leroy and Wayne boy or girl names?

Leroy is primarily a boy name. Wayne is primarily a boy name.