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Leo: name meaning and origin

Leo

lion

Latin · Boy · 2 syllables

Strength & courage

Leo is a Latin name meaning "lion". It has 2 syllables, stressed on Le, and is traditionally a boy's name.

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Sibling names for Leo

  • Leo & Frances Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Leo & Francis Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Leo & Magnus Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Leo & Max Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Leo & Vincent Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Leo & Andrew Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Leo & Ari Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Leo & Caroline Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

Nicknames for Leo

No traditional nickname; Leo is usually used in full. Possible short forms: Le.

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Names with a similar meaning

Amelia · work, industriousAndrew · manly, strongAri · lionArthur · bear; strong as a bearAtlas · to endure, to bearAudrey · noble strengthCaroline · free woman (from Charles)Charlie · free man (from Charles)Charlotte · free personEdith · prosperous in war

Questions about Leo

What does the name Leo mean?

Leo is a Latin name meaning "lion".

How many syllables are in Leo?

Leo has 2 syllables (Le-o), with the stress usually on "Le".

What are nicknames for Leo?

Leo has no widely used nickname, so it is usually used as it is; possible short forms include Le.

Is Leo a boy's or girl's name?

Leo is traditionally a boy's name.