Leona
lee-OH-nə
Popularity
#488
Letters
5
Syllables
3
Origin
Latin
Total Births
112,894
Peak Year
#3,346 in 1918
First Recorded
1880
Style
Strong & Bold, Royal & Regal
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Leona is a feminine name of Latin origin, derived from the word *leo*, meaning "lion."
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Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Leona Lewis
British singer, songwriter, and actress.
Leona Helmsley
American businesswoman and real estate investor.
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