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Lionel

Boy · Latin · Medium name

Meaning
Little lion, young lion
Pronunciation
LY-uh-nul
Origin
Latin

Diminutive of Leon, from Latin 'leo' meaning lion.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: Latin, French, English

Commonly used in: United States, France, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • LionelLatin / French

    Same spelling; no common variant.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Lionel Messi

    1987–present

    Argentine professional footballer widely regarded as one of the greatest of all time.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Latin Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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