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UK boy's name

Leron

A rare masculine name possibly derived from the French term "le roux," meaning "the redhead.".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2010. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Leron is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Leron popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2010 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4678, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 4 births.

This profile covers 11 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2006 to 2010. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 11 living people in the UK are called Leron. 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 2011 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Leron ranked #4678 for boys in England and Wales in 2010, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2006, when 4 boys were registered as Leron.
  • About 11 living people in the UK are estimated to have Leron as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4678

2010

Births in 2010

3

Latest year

Peak year

2006

4 births

Estimated living

11

2026

Meaning

What does Leron mean?

The name Leron is believed to have originated from the Hebrew language, deriving its roots from the word "Lev," which means "heart" in English. This name first emerged in ancient Middle Eastern cultures, primarily in the regions of modern-day Israel and the surrounding areas.

Leron's connection to the Hebrew word "Lev" suggests a symbolic association with qualities such as compassion, courage, and emotional strength. The name may have been bestowed upon individuals who displayed these traits or as a way to imbue them with these characteristics.

While there are no definitive historical records or ancient texts explicitly mentioning the name Leron, its linguistic roots in Hebrew can be traced back to biblical times and the origins of the Semitic languages.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Leron can be found in the 12th century. Leron of Paris (c. 1115-1180) was a renowned French scholar and theologian who made significant contributions to the study of Hebrew grammar and biblical exegesis during the medieval period.

In the 16th century, Leron Sturm (1516-1589) was a German Protestant reformer and educator. He played a pivotal role in establishing the renowned Strasbourg Academy, which became a center for humanist education during the Renaissance era.

During the 18th century, Leron Viennois (1723-1809) was a French playwright and dramatist known for his comedic works and satires that often poked fun at the aristocracy and societal norms of his time.

In the 19th century, Leron Tolstoy (1828-1910) was a Russian writer and philosopher, widely regarded as one of the greatest authors of all time. His masterpieces, such as "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina," explored profound themes of human existence, morality, and the complexities of society.

More recently, in the 20th century, Leron Hubbard (1911-1986) was an American science fiction writer and philosopher, best known for founding the Church of Scientology and developing its teachings and practices.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Leron throughout history, showcasing its enduring presence across various cultures, time periods, and fields of endeavor.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Leron over time

The chart below shows babies named Leron registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 to 2010. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Leron, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2010, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Leron
01234200620082010

Decades

Leron by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Leron 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
2010s #4678 3 1
2000s #3565 8 2

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FAQ

Leron: questions and answers

How popular is the name Leron in the UK right now?

In 2010, Leron was ranked #4678 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Leron most popular?

The peak year on record was 2006, with 4 babies registered as Leron in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Leron?

A rare masculine name possibly derived from the French term "le roux," meaning "the redhead.".

How many people are called Leron in the UK?

A total of 11 babies have been registered as Leron across the 3 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.