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Leontyne

lee-AHN-tin

Letters

8

Syllables

3

Origin

Greek

Total Births

213

Peak Year

#19 in 1966

First Recorded

1953

Style

Strong & Bold, Mythological

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A Greek name, a feminine form of Leontius, meaning 'lion'.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Leontyne Price

    American operatic soprano, known for her performances.

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Personality Traits

BraveStrongCreativeGenerous

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