Leo-James
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Leo-James: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2016.
Combining the Celtic and Latin traditions, Leo-James brings together Leo—from the Latin *leo* meaning "lion"—and James, the English form of Jacob, ultimately from Hebrew *Ya'akov* ("supplanter" or "he who grasps the heel"). This compound name has grown popular in Scotland since the 1990s, reflecting a broader trend for double-barrelled first names. Notable bearers include Scottish footballer Leo James, who played for Queen's Park in the early 20th century. While no specific place is named after a Leo-James, both root names appear in Scottish topography—Lionacleit in the Outer Hebrides and St James's Church across the country. The pairing neatly balances strength and tradition, and its rising usage in Scotland echoes the nation’s fondness for combining classic, meaningful names.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20163 babies
- Latest (2016)
- #7073 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2016
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y