Leone
Leone is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Lion.
Origin and history
Leone is a name of Latin origin meaning 'lion'. While traditionally used more frequently as a masculine or gender-neutral name in Europe, it has a history of female usage in the United States. It remains a relatively uncommon choice today for American girls.
Popularity in the United States
6,182 babies in the United States have been named Leone since 1880. It ranks #2173 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2049.
States where it is most popular
- WI (20.8 %)
- MN (18.8 %)
- MI (12 %)
- IA (9.8 %)
- IL (8.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 125 |
| 1890-1900 | 417 |
| 1900-1910 | 874 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,837 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,453 |
| 1930-1940 | 676 |
| 1940-1950 | 350 |
| 1950-1960 | 200 |
| 1960-1970 | 101 |
| 1970-1980 | 18 |
| 1980-1990 | 12 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 14 |
| 2010-2019 | 48 |
| 2020-2029 | 52 |
Famous people named Leone
- Leone Lane: Actress
Nicknames
Leo, Lea
Fun facts
- Derived directly from the Latin word 'leo', meaning lion, symbolizing courage and nobility.
- Although primarily masculine in Italian, Leone has been continuously registered as a feminine name in the United States since 1880.