Léon
lay-OHN
Boy · Greek
Meaning: Lion, of the lion, of the brave
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Leonid
Boy · Greek · Medium name
- Meaning
- Son of the lion, of the lion-like
- Pronunciation
- lyeh-nee-EED
- Origin
- Greek
- Popularity
- Common in Russia (2023)
From Greek 'leon' meaning lion; a Russian name.
Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023
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Languages in use: Greek, Russian
Commonly used in: Russia, Eastern Europe, United States
Alternate spellings
LeonidRussian
Same spelling.
Cultural associations
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Leonid Brezhnev
1906–1982
Soviet leader, General Secretary of the Communist Party.
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Behind the Name, Greek Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.
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