Leroy
Leroy comes from the Old French "le roi," meaning "the king." The name began as a nickname for someone who served a king. Leroy was a top-200 American name from 1910 to 1960, peaking at #79 in 1928. Leroy (the painter Leroy Neiman, 1921-2012, known for his vibrant sports and entertainment art) gave the name artistic weight. The nickname Lee lightens it. Leroy is a male name of French origin that means "The king (le roi)". Vintage, French, and a little regal. The name sounds direct. Leroys tend to be confident. US peaked #79 in 1928. Now outside top 1000. Well-known people named Leroy include Leroy Neiman (painter), Leroy (French "the king"), Leroy (fictional, various). Common variations and related forms of Leroy include LeRoy (variant), Lee (nickname), Roy (related).