Leroy
Meaning
King
Origin
French
Pronunciation
/ləˈrɔɪ/
Alt. Spellings
Leeroy
Traits associated with the name Leroy:
Leroy has an elegant sound to it that really closes the gap between dog and human.
Dogs named Leroy tend to be loving, good-natured, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Leroy?
Naming your dog Leroy suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy having fun. It also suggests that you are creative and like to think outside the box.
Is Leroy a good dog name?
Leroy has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Leroy isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Leroy is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Leroy was, in the past month, the 1054th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of July 2025, Leroy is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Leroy was viewed 75 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Leroy's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Leroy is most adored in Virginia, Iowa and Florida.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Indiana, South Carolina and Wisconsin.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Leroy.
Most popular breeds named Leroy:
- Labrador Retriever
- Pug
- Chihuahua
- Australian Shepherd
- Chinese Shar-Pei
Leroy is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Popular in the 1950s, it harks back to French roots meaning "the king".
cute
Evokes images of playful pups, thanks to popular culture associations.
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