Leontina
le(o)-nti-na,
leon-tina
US Popularity:5432
Origin:Greek
Meaning:A precious stone of the color of a lion
A feminine form of the Greek Leontios, Leontina holds the majesty of a lion and the glimmer of a gem in each letter. Stemming from the root leontos, the genitive case of the word leon, Leontios literally translates as "of a lion" but has been used to refer to a precious gem that's the color of a lion. Leontios passes this sentiment on to Leontina, creating a musical and confident name that will help your little one find their sparkle and their roar.
How Popular Is The Name Leontina?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
1925
#4714
in 1925
+ 802
from 1924
Sources
Behind the Name, Leontina, June 2023
Behind the Name, Leontios, June 2023
WordSense Dictionary, leontios
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