Quick answerLeonardo is a male given name of Italian origin. Italian form of Leonard, meaning 'brave lion'. In the United States, it ranked number 84 for baby boys in 2024, according to the Social Security Administration. It is given to boys in the United States. Related forms include Leonard. A famous bearer is Leonardo da Vinci.
Key facts
| Meaning | Italian form of Leonard, meaning 'brave lion'. |
|---|---|
| Origin | Italian |
| Gender | Male (boys) |
| Popularity (US) | #84 for baby boys in 2024 (U.S. Social Security Administration) |
| Variants | Leonard |
| Famous bearer | Leonardo da Vinci |
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Sources & last updated
- U.S. Social Security Administration — most popular baby names for 2024
- Behind the Name — meaning and origin
Popularity ranks are U.S. Social Security Administration figures for 2024; meanings and origins follow Behind the Name. See the names index for the full source notes.