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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Brave/strong lion (Italian form of Leonard)
- Origin
- Italian (form of Leonard)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- lee-oh-NAR-doh
Leonardo is the Italian form of Leonard, carrying the meaning brave, strong lion. It's pronounced lee-oh-NAR-doh, and its Italian roots give it a classic, well-traveled feel. If you want a name with a clear, confident meaning behind it, Leonardo delivers exactly that.
Meaning & Origin of Leonardo
Meaning: Brave/strong lion (Italian form of Leonard).
Origin: Italian (form of Leonard).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Leonardo
lee-oh-NAR-dohIPA /liːoʊˈnɑːrdoʊ/
Popularity of Leonardo
The SSA has tracked Leonardo since 1885, and it reached its high point at #75 in 2022, when 4,364 boys were given the name. By 2024 it had eased slightly to #84, with 3,951 boys named Leonardo.
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FAQ
What does the name Leonardo mean?
Brave/strong lion (Italian form of Leonard). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Leonardo?
Leonardo is pronounced lee-oh-NAR-doh (IPA: /liːoʊˈnɑːrdoʊ/).
Is Leonardo a popular name right now?
Leonardo is near its all-time peak (#75 in 2022), ranked #84 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1885–2024.)
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