LEONARD
The meaning of the unisex name Leonard is LION-BOLD..
Details on LEONARD:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Lion-bold
- Popularity for Boy:
- 1,370th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 16,992nd in the USA (bottom 25%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
404 births
LEONARD as a BOY in 2024
7 births
LEONARD as a GIRL in 1989
The meaning(s) of LEONARD:
The name Leonard is a Teutonic baby name. In Teutonic the meaning of the name Leonard is: Lion.
The name Leonard is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Leonard is: Lion.
The name Leonard is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Leonard is: Hardy lion or lion-bold.St Leonard is the patron saint of prisoners.Famous Bearers:American composer/conductor Leonard Bernstein;Italian Renaissance artist/scientist Leonardo da Vinci (in Italian form).
The name Leonard is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Leonard is: Lion-bold.
USA SSA birth(s) for LEONARD:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name LEONARD
LEONARD as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 404 births |
| 2023 | 384 births |
| 2022 | 371 births |
| 2021 | 421 births |
| 2020 | 420 births |
| 2019 | 443 births |
| 2018 | 417 births |
| 2017 | 434 births |
| 2016 | 448 births |
| 2015 | 398 births |
| 2014 | 385 births |
| 2013 | 348 births |
| 2012 | 338 births |
| 2011 | 326 births |
| 2010 | 388 births |
| 2009 | 323 births |
LEONARD as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 7 births |
| 1987 | 9 births |
| 1986 | 11 births |
| 1985 | 12 births |
| 1984 | 8 births |
| 1983 | 13 births |
| 1982 | 11 births |
| 1981 | 7 births |
| 1980 | 13 births |
| 1979 | 11 births |
| 1978 | 9 births |
| 1977 | 12 births |
| 1976 | 18 births |
| 1975 | 23 births |
| 1974 | 10 births |
| 1973 | 10 births |
About the name LEONARD
**Leonard**: A name steeped in history and rich in meaning, Leonard derives from the Old High German name *Leonhard*, composed of the elements *leon* meaning "lion" and *hard*, meaning "brave" or "strong." This name embodies the spirit of courage and nobility, evoking the image of a lion, a timeless symbol of strength and leadership. With roots that stretch across Europe, Leonard finds its place in cultures such as English, French, and German, making it a beloved choice in countries like the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. Historically, it has been borne by notable figures such as Saint Leonard of Noblac, a patron of prisoners and captives, lending the name a sense of compassion and protection. As you consider this name for your child, envision a future filled with bravery and kindness, where Leonard stands tall in the face of challenges, embodying a heart as bold as a lion’s roar.
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