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Leandra

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Leandra is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Leandra is a name of Greek origin, meaning "lion man" or "lion of the people."”. It currently ranks #3919 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1989.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginGreek

What Leandra Means

Leandra is a name of Greek origin, meaning "lion man" or "lion of the people."

The Story of Leandra

The spirit of the lioness, fierce and free, captured in a name that was waiting for your daughter's roar.

Leandra, a name of striking Greek origin, translates to 'lion man' or more fittingly for its feminine form, 'lion of the people'. It evokes images of strength, courage, and leadership, drawing power from the majestic lion, a symbol of royalty and bravery. The name has traveled through classical antiquity and found its place in modern naming traditions, carrying its inherent power.

There's a bold vibrance to the name 'Leandra.' When you say it, you feel a surge of primal energy, the confidence of someone who walks with purpose. This is a name for a daughter you imagine as strong-willed and independent, a protector of her own spirit. Writing 'Leandra' on her first official document feels like gifting her a shield of courage, a declaration of her innate power.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

StrongBraveIndependent

Peak Year

#275 in 1989

Total Births

7,025

First Recorded

1913

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