Leonie
Leonie: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Leonie
Root meaning: “lion”
- A female given name from Latin.
Etymology
From French Léonie, from Latin Leonia, feminine of Leonius, derived from leo (“lion”).
How popular is Leonie?
Since 1880, 2,231 girls in the U.S. have been named Leonie. Its highest rank for girls was #547 in 1886. In 2025, 80 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Leonie FAQ
What does the name Leonie mean?
Leonie traces back to a root meaning "lion". A female given name from Latin. From French Léonie, from Latin Leonia, feminine of Leonius, derived from leo (“lion”).
What is the origin of the name Leonie?
Leonie is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Leonie?
Since 1880, 2,231 girls in the U.S. have been named Leonie. Its highest rank for girls was #547 in 1886. In 2025, 80 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Leonie a boy or girl name?
Leonie is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,231 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.