Pantaleon Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: pan-tah-LEE-on //pæn.təˈliː.ɒn//
Origin: Greek; Latin
Meaning: Greek: 'all' or 'every'; Latin: 'lion'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Pantaleon has its roots in the Greek language, derived from the elements "panta" meaning "all" and "leon" meaning "lion." Thus, the literal translation of Pantaleon can be interpreted as "all lion" or "the lion of all." The name was adopted into Latin as "Pantaleon" and subsequently made its way into various languages, including Old French and eventually English, through ecclesiastical and cultural exchanges in medieval Europe. Historically, the name is most notably associated with Saint Pantaleon, a Christian martyr of the 4th century, who is venerated in both the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic traditions.
His life and works were documented in hagiographies, which contributed to the name's spread throughout Christian communities. The Latin translation of the Bible, the Vulgate, and various medieval texts helped to popularize the name in Christian contexts, particularly during the Middle Ages when saints' names were commonly adopted by the faithful.
Culturally, Pantaleon symbolizes strength and courage, drawing on the imagery of the lion, which has been a powerful symbol in various cultures throughout history. The name has been associated with themes of bravery and leadership, resonating with the qualities attributed to lions in literature and folklore.
In some contexts, the diminutive form "Panteleimon" has also been used, particularly in Eastern Orthodox traditions, further enriching the name's historical and cultural tapestry. Overall, Pantaleon reflects a blend of linguistic heritage and religious significance that has contributed to its enduring presence in historical texts and traditions.
Fictional characters named Pantaleon
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Pantaleon is a fictional character from the novel Pantaleon y las visitadoras by Mario Vargas Llosa. He is a sergeant in the Peruvian army tasked with overseeing a group of prostitutes for soldiers stationed in the jungle.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pantaleon was first seen in the United States in 1922.
Pantaleon has ranked as high as #7072 nationally, which occurred in 1928, and has been most popular in Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Pantaleon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Pantaleon is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Pantaleon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Pantaleon.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 5 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 | 5 |
| 1942 | 6 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 | 6 |
| 1935 | 6 | 6 |
| 1928 | 6 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Pantaleon (1942)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |