♂♀ Name Leo – lion, lioness
| Origin: | Greek, Latin |
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| Meaning: | lion, lioness |
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The unisex name Leo is a short form of names like Leon, Leopold or Leonie and means “lion” or “lioness”.
Where does the name Leo come from?
Leo is a name for boys and seldom for girls. It is a variant of the ancient Greek name Leon and a short form of the Old German names Leopold and Leonhard, as well as a diminutive for Leonie and Leonore.
What does the name Leo mean?
Leo means “lion” or “lioness”.
Word composition
- Ancient Greek “λέων” (léon) = lion
- Latin “leo” = lion
Pronunciation of Leo
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Based on the frequency of positive ratings, we can analyze how popular names are in different countries. The name Leo is currently ranked #96 on the name leaderboard. It is one of the most popular baby names.
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Last updated: 3/18/2026
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