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Girl Name

Leontine

"Lion-like, brave; from Latin 'leontius' meaning lion"

About the Name Leontine

Meaning

Lion-like, brave; from Latin 'leontius' meaning lion

Origin

Latin

Gender

Girl

First Letter

L

Leontine is a girl name of Latin origin. The name means "Lion-like, brave; from Latin 'leontius' meaning lion" and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with L or explore other Latin names.

Popularity Over Time

#65
1950
#35
1960
#25
1970
#5
1980
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1990
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2000
#6
2010
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2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

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Leonie

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Brave and lion-hearted; feminine form of Leon derived from the Latin word for lion

Quick Facts

Syllables
3
Letters
8
Starts with
L
Origin
Latin

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