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Data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024

Leonia — Meaning, Origin & Popularity | Namesake
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Leoni|Leonid
LatinGirl→ Stable

Leonia

lee-OH-nee-uh · 4 syllables

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Girl

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #16665 in 2021

Peak: #16665 in 2021

→ Stable

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #16665 in 2021

Peak: #16665 in 2021

5yr change
—
Birth frequency
1.4 per 1,000,000 births
Sex split
0% boy · 100% girl

Popularity Over Time

↑ Higher on this chart = more popular · ↓ Lower = less popular

Average0255075100Popularity score (0–100)20192021

Rank #16665 · Rising since 2019

This name is given to very few babies each year — it sits outside the range shown in these charts.

Namesake Score
42
Higher than 42% of names
Combines uniqueness, trend, meaning, feasibility, and search interest.
Trend
→ Stable
Based on SSA rank velocity
Feasibility
Limited
.com taken · — · clear
Low friction, available
Uniqueness
45
Won't be common in class

Score Breakdown

Meaning60

Meaningful origin with moderate historical depth.

Trend55

Holding steady in the rankings.

Uniqueness45

Moderately common — familiar but not ubiquitous.

Feasibility50

Some practical considerations — review details below.

Name DNA
Latin RootLionStrongRegalClassic4-syllableGirlFeminine-LeoEuropeanSophisticated
Character
fierce independencebold leadershiplion-hearted couragenatural authoritypassionate strength
STRONG
High confidence

Leonia is a Latin girl name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Trend:→ Stable
Feasibility:.com taken · — · clear
Popularity:—
Leonia at a Glance
Meaning:From Latin 'leoninus' meaning lion-like, or derived from Greek 'leon' (lion). Conveys strength and nobility.
Language root:Latin · Greek · leoninus
Peak rank:#16665 in 2021
5yr change:—
Sex usage:0% boy · 100% girl
Notable bearers
Leonia Sceti
Italian film actress
Similar Sound
LeonoraLioniaLeonaLeonieAlonia
Similar Style
ViolaMargotIrisSophiaArabellaAurelia
Works Well With
Sibling names that pair naturally with Leonia
LeoSiennaAureliaFelixOlive◈RomanClaraJulian
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Source: Social Security Administration baby names data. Popularity data reflects US births. Feasibility data updated monthly.
Name Intelligence
Leonia · Overview
Summary

Leonia is a Latin girl name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Search interest: 1/100 → Stable

Strengths
Strong · Classic · Regal character
Leonia carries a bold, warm, fierce quality that makes it distinctive without being invented.
Considerations
Domain taken
leonia.com is not available. Alternative TLDs may work.
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Data source:Social Security Administration
Coverage:US births 1879–2024
Updated:January 2025
ISR:Refreshes monthly
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