UK boy's name
Lebron
Possibly of French origin, a name of uncertain meaning.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Lebron is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Lebron popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4991, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 11 births.
This profile covers 94 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 2005 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 27% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 93 living people in the UK are called Lebron. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Lebron ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 11 boys were registered as Lebron.
- • About 93 living people in the UK are estimated to have Lebron as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4991
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
11 births
Estimated living
93
2026
Meaning
What does Lebron mean?
The name Lebron is a relatively modern name with no clear origins in a specific language or culture. It does not appear to be derived from any ancient words or have a direct translation or meaning.
The earliest recorded use of the name Lebron dates back to the late 20th century, likely originating as a creative spelling variation of the more common names LeBron or LeBrun, which are French surnames meaning "the brown" or "the brunette." However, there is no evidence that the name Lebron itself has any direct connection to these French surnames.
Despite its modern origins, there are a few notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Lebron. One of the earliest recorded instances is Lebron James, an American professional basketball player born in 1984, who is widely considered one of the greatest players of all time. His fame and success have undoubtedly contributed to the increased popularity of the name in recent decades.
Another individual with the name Lebron is Lebron Hill, an American football player who played in the National Football League (NFL) from 2008 to 2012. He was born in 1984 and played for several teams, including the Denver Broncos and the Miami Dolphins.
In the world of music, there is Lebron Brothers, an American blues singer and guitarist who was active in the 1960s and 1970s. He was born in 1941 and is known for his contributions to the Chicago blues scene.
Additionally, there is Lebron Hutcherson, an American professional basketball player who played in the NBA from 2005 to 2009. He was born in 1982 and played for teams such as the Toronto Raptors and the Memphis Grizzlies.
Lebron Simmons is another notable individual with this name, an American singer and songwriter who gained recognition in the early 2000s. He was born in 1981 and is known for his work in the R&B and neo-soul genres.
While the name Lebron may not have a rich historical background or deep cultural roots, it has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly due to the fame and influence of individuals like Lebron James. As a relatively modern name, its significance and prevalence may continue to evolve and change over time.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Lebron over time
The chart below shows babies named Lebron registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2005 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Lebron, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 11 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lebron by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Lebron was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4163 | 8 | 2 |
| 2010s | #2996 | 59 | 9 |
| 2000s | #3203 | 27 | 5 |
Related
Names similar to Lebron
- Luke 72,247
- Lewis 69,555
- Leo 63,249
- Liam 60,482
- Lucas 49,061
- Logan 40,771
- Louis 35,898
- Luca 30,323
- Louie 24,242
- Leon 22,308
- Levi 9,931
- Lee 7,861
FAQ
Lebron: questions and answers
How popular is the name Lebron in the UK right now?
In 2023, Lebron was ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Lebron most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 11 babies registered as Lebron in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Lebron?
Possibly of French origin, a name of uncertain meaning.
How many people are called Lebron in the UK?
A total of 94 babies have been registered as Lebron across the 16 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.