Leonidas Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlee-ON-i-das / liːˈɒnɪdəsGreek
Meaning
Lion-like
Historical & Cultural Background
Leonidas is a name of Greek origin, famously borne by King Leonidas I of Sparta, who is known for his leadership during the Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC. The name has been associated with bravery and strength due to its historical context. In modern times, it has gained popularity in various cultures, often evoking themes of heroism and valor.
Trend Summary
Leonidas has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Leon
- Leo
International Variants
- Leonidas (Spanish)
- Leonidas (Italian)
- Leonidas (Portuguese)
Famous people named Leonidas
Leonidas I was a king of Sparta known for his leadership at the Battle of Thermopylae.
Leonidas of Alexandria was a Greek philosopher and mathematician in the 1st century AD.
Leonidas Donskis is a Lithuanian politician and philosopher.
Leonidas Kallivretakis is a Greek artist known for his contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Leonidas
Leonidas appears in the film '300' as the king of Sparta who leads his men against the Persian army.
Leonidas is a character in the video game 'God of War' series, representing themes of strength and heroism.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Leonidas was first seen in the United States in 1880. Leonidas has ranked as high as #729 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Leonidas has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Leonidas (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 82 | |
| TX | 71 | |
| FL | 41 | |
| NY | 37 | |
| WA | 27 | |
| IL | 25 | |
| NC | 20 | |
| OH | 19 | |
| PA | 19 | |
| AZ | 17 | |
| IN | 15 | |
| MI | 12 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| HI | 10 | |
| WI | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1892 | 8 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1913 | 13 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 15 |
| 1916 | 19 |
| 1917 | 24 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 21 |
| 1920 | 28 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 18 |
| 1923 | 19 |
| 1924 | 21 |
| 1925 | 19 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1927 | 15 |
| 1928 | 19 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 13 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 17 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 152 |
| 2008 | 241 |
| 2009 | 201 |
| 2010 | 218 |
| 2011 | 234 |
| 2012 | 288 |
| 2013 | 337 |
| 2014 | 494 |
| 2015 | 556 |
| 2016 | 593 |
| 2017 | 582 |
| 2018 | 569 |
| 2019 | 607 |
| 2020 | 649 |
| 2021 | 687 |
| 2022 | 758 |
| 2023 | 638 |
| 2024 | 597 |