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Leonardo
Leonardo is an Italian name derived from the Germanic elements 'leon' (lion) and 'hard' (brave or hardy). It conveys a sense of strength, creativity, and artistic brilliance, often associated with individuals who are charismatic and influential.
Key Stats
| Total births | 96,207 |
| Gender | Male (96% / 4%) |
| Peak year | 2019 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 27%CA — 22%NY — 20%IL — 16%NJ — 15%
Notable People
Leonardo da Vinci (Renaissance artist and inventor) · Leonardo DiCaprio (Actor, *Titanic*, *Inception*) · Leonardo da Pistoia (Italian painter) · Leonardo Fibonacci (Mathematician known for Fibonacci sequence) · Leonardo Sciascia (Italian writer and playwright)
Nicknames & Diminutives
Leo
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