MallowbyNames

Leocadio

lay-oh-KAH-dee-oh · Bright, shining, or light; derived from Greek 'leukos' meaning white or bright.

Peak popularity
1929
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Leocadio since 1920

Babies named Leocadio per year in U.S. Social Security records.

3710192019602000Most births 1929Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1920s15
1930s16
1940s10
1950s20
1960s12
1970s36
1980s0
1990s7
2000s6
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Leocadio is a Spanish name with Greek roots. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1920 and saw its peak usage in 1929, though it has never been widespread. In 2025, the name remains extremely rare, with no rank on national charts. It is primarily used in Spanish-speaking communities, deriving from the early Christian saint Leocadius. The name's trajectory is stable, indicating occasional but consistent use over the decades. Despite its rarity, Leocadio offers a distinctive choice with a classical background.

Leocadio is the Spanish form of the Greek name Leocadius, derived from 'leukos' (white, bright) and possibly 'kados' (care). The name is associated with Saint Leocadius, a 4th-century Spanish martyr. It has been used in Spain and Latin America, though it remains rare, with its peak popularity in the United States occurring in 1929.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Leo, Cady, Lecho

Variants: Leocádio, Leocadius

Sibling names for Leocadio

Names that share Leocadio's style, for a brother or sister.

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

L is for Leocadio, our favorite little boy.

L is for Leocadio…”

In a Mallowby alphabet book, Leocadio's letter becomes Leocadio's page: hand-illustrated, printed hardcover or paperback, made just for them.

Make Leocadio's book

Books for siblings or grandkids? The second book is 15% off.

Questions parents ask

What does the name Leocadio mean?
Leocadio means 'bright' or 'shining,' derived from the Greek word 'leukos' (white).
Is Leocadio a popular name today?
Leocadio is very rare in the United States. In 2025, it does not rank among the top 1000 names and has never been a common choice, though it saw a slight peak in 1929.
Is Leocadio a boy's name?
Yes, Leocadio is traditionally a masculine name, and it has been given almost exclusively to boys in U.S. records.