Leandre
Leandre is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Lion-man.
Origin and history
Leandre is a French masculine name derived from the Greek name Leandros, meaning 'lion-man'. Historically associated with the classical myth of Hero and Leander, it remains a rare but enduring choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
1,659 babies in the United States have been named Leandre since 1880. It ranks #3113 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1796.
States where it is most popular
- CA (51.4 %)
- FL (12.1 %)
- TX (11.7 %)
- IL (8.5 %)
- MI (8.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 10 |
| 1960-1970 | 49 |
| 1970-1980 | 145 |
| 1980-1990 | 302 |
| 1990-2000 | 379 |
| 2000-2010 | 356 |
| 2010-2019 | 287 |
| 2020-2029 | 131 |
Famous people named Leandre
- Léandre Griffit: Athlete, Soccer Player
Fun facts
- The name stems from the ancient Greek story of Leander, who swam across the Hellespont each night to visit his beloved Hero.
- Léandre is a classic character name in French theater, notably appearing in plays by Molière.