Leona
Leona is derived from the Latin word 'leo,' meaning lion, symbolizing strength, courage, and nobility. This classic name has roots in both Latin and Greek traditions and carries a regal, powerful quality.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 773. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 283
- 2012: 287
- 2013: 374
- 2014: 379
- 2015: 419
- 2016: 507
- 2017: 565
- 2018: 611
- 2019: 616
- 2020: 634
- 2021: 600
- 2022: 585
- 2023: 586
- 2024: 629
- 2025: 723
- 2026 (projected): 773
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most languages
- •Strong association with lion imagery appeals to parents seeking powerful name meanings
- •Vintage name that has maintained steady use without being overly trendy
- •Works well in both professional and casual settings
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Famous People
Leona Lewis
British singer and songwriter
Leona Helmsley
American businesswoman and hotel operator
Leona Woods
American nuclear physicist
Leona Aglukkaq
Canadian politician
Statistics
113,330
Total births since 1880
1918
Peak year
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