Lionardo Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlee-oh-NAR-doe / liːəˈnɑːrdoʊItalian; Spanish
Meaning
Italian: brave lion; Spanish: lion-like
Historical & Cultural Background
Lionardo is a variant of Leonardo, which has roots in the Italian language. The name is derived from the Germanic elements 'leon' meaning 'lion' and 'hard' meaning 'brave' or 'hardy'. It has been popularized by notable figures such as Leonardo da Vinci, a Renaissance artist and polymath. The name has cultural significance in various regions, particularly in Italy and Spain.
Trend Summary
The name Lionardo has seen a steady interest in recent years, particularly among parents seeking unique variations of traditional names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Leonardo
- Leonard
International Variants
- Leonardo (Spanish)
- Leonardo (Italian)
- Leonhard (German)
Famous people named Lionardo
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lionardo was first seen in the United States in 1921. Lionardo has ranked as high as #1384 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Lionardo has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lionardo (1924)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |