Ritchie vs Leeroy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ritchie

Boy #4,272 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Old High German ric + hard

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,272
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ritchie Rank #4,272
Leeroy Rank #4,467

Ritchie is more popular, ranked #4272 vs #4467 for Leeroy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ritchie or Leeroy more popular?

Ritchie is more popular, ranked #4272 compared to Leeroy at #4467 in the United States.

What do Ritchie and Leeroy mean?

Ritchie means "brave ruler, powerful leader" (Old High German ric + hard origin). Leeroy means "the king" (French (le roi) origin).

Are Ritchie and Leeroy boy or girl names?

Ritchie is primarily a boy name. Leeroy is primarily a boy name.

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