The nameLeelou
Leelou is a form of Lilou and Leeloo, mostly given in France in the 2000s.
- Girl's name
- Modern
Meaning
Like Lilou, it is an affectionate name, linked to Lili and Louise.
Origin
Modern. The spelling recalls Leeloo, heroine of Luc Besson's film The Fifth Element (1997).
History
Leelou first appears in France in 1997, the year of the film. It peaked in the mid 2000s, then declined. It is still given today, less often.
Popularity of the name Leelou
Leelou in France
Leelou was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 1,275 births over the decade, 55% of all recorded babies named Leelou. Its rise began around 1999, and it peaked in 2006. Half of all babies named Leelou in France were born before 2009, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 21 births a year on average, against 49 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Leelou mean?
Like Lilou, it is an affectionate name, linked to Lili and Louise.
What is the origin of the name Leelou?
Modern. The spelling recalls Leeloo, heroine of Luc Besson's film The Fifth Element (1997).
Is Leelou a girl's or a boy's name?
Leelou is a girl's name.