UK girl's name
Leeloo
A feminine name of obscure origin, possibly derived from French.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Leeloo is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Leeloo popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5556, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2000 to 2009. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Leeloo. 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 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Leeloo ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 3 girls were registered as Leeloo.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Leeloo as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5556
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Leeloo mean?
The name Leeloo appears to be a modern invention, likely created for artistic or creative purposes, rather than having a deep historical or cultural origin. There is little evidence of its widespread use or mention in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Leeloo can be found in the 1997 science fiction film "The Fifth Element" directed by Luc Besson. In the film, Leeloo is the name given to a powerful and mysterious being played by actress Milla Jovovich. The name was likely crafted by the filmmakers as a unique and memorable moniker for the film's central character.
Beyond its use in "The Fifth Element," there are few notable historical figures or individuals who have borne the name Leeloo. It does not appear to be a traditional name in any specific culture or language, and its origins remain unclear.
In recent years, the name Leeloo has gained some popularity as a given name, possibly inspired by the film or chosen for its unique and unconventional sound. However, its usage remains relatively rare compared to more established and traditional names.
While the name Leeloo may lack a rich historical lineage, its appearance in popular culture has given it a certain level of recognition and has sparked interest in its usage as a given name. Nevertheless, its origins and etymology remain largely shrouded in mystery, making it a modern creation with a somewhat enigmatic backstory.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Leeloo over time
The chart below shows babies named Leeloo registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2000 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Leeloo, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2009, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Leeloo by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Leeloo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4734 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Leeloo
- Lily 72,956
- Lucy 70,663
- Lauren 50,664
- Leah 33,185
- Lola 24,525
- Layla 24,520
- Laura 23,471
- Lilly 21,714
- Lydia 18,353
- Libby 14,515
- Lara 13,415
- Lacey 13,406
FAQ
Leeloo: questions and answers
How popular is the name Leeloo in the UK right now?
In 2009, Leeloo was ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Leeloo most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 3 babies registered as Leeloo in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Leeloo?
A feminine name of obscure origin, possibly derived from French.
How many people are called Leeloo in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Leeloo across the 2 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.