NAME PROFILE
Leona
Leona is a feminine name of Latin origin that means 'lioness.' It conveys strength, bravery, and a fierce spirit, often associated with individuals who are leaders and protectors.
Key Stats
| Total births | 113,624 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1918 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | Yes |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 21%OH — 21%NY — 20%TX — 19%PA — 19%
Notable People
Leona Lewis (Singer, *Bleeding Love*) · Leona Helmsley (Businesswoman, known as the 'Queen of Mean') · Leona Gage (Actress and model) · Leona Cavalli (Brazilian actress) · Leona Naess (Singer-songwriter)
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