Leo Pet Name
Leo is a popular pet name, especially for cats and dogs. Find out what Leo means, how popular it is, which pets and breeds commonly have the name, and discover similar names.
Leo at a glance
How popular is Leo as a pet name?
Leo is one of the more commonly used pet name in our database.
#23
Dog Name
#3
Cat Name
5,450
Pet Records
Leo pet name popularity over time
Is Leo a boy or girl pet name?
Based on the pet records in our database:
Leo is more commonly used for male pets, but it may also be used for both.
Is Leo more popular for dogs or cats?
Which dog breeds are commonly named Leo?
Based on the available breed data, Leo appears among:
What does the name Leo mean?
Leo means "Lion" and comes from Latin (Latin).
The name is associated with classic, nature, strong, modern, which makes it a popular choice for pets.
Leo nicknames
What kind of pet name is Leo?
Leo fits these categories:
Leo as a human name
Leo is also used as a human name. Ranked #31 for boys in the US (SSA 2024)
Famous pets named Leo
Name insights for Leo
Where does our pet-name data come from?
PetNamesGenerator's popularity information is based on publicly available pet datasets and other documented sources.
Data coverage
2008 — 2026
Pet records analyzed
5,450
Last updated
2026-09-16