Laroy
Laroy is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
The king.
Origin and history
Laroy is an American name derived from the French phrase 'le roi', which translates to 'the king'. It originated as a variant spelling of Leroy, gaining modest traction in the United States during the twentieth century. While rare today, it remains a distinctive choice with historic usage.
Popularity in the United States
1,317 babies in the United States have been named Laroy since 1880. It ranks #3389 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
States where it is most popular
- IL (52.2 %)
- CA (26.1 %)
- TX (21.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 80 |
| 1920-1930 | 174 |
| 1930-1940 | 139 |
| 1940-1950 | 124 |
| 1950-1960 | 114 |
| 1960-1970 | 150 |
| 1970-1980 | 155 |
| 1980-1990 | 164 |
| 1990-2000 | 112 |
| 2000-2010 | 62 |
| 2010-2019 | 38 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Fun facts
- Laroy is a phonetic spelling variant of the French-derived name Leroy.
- The name saw its peak popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century before becoming quite rare.