Leonarda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Leonarda is a name of Latin origin meaning 'brave lion.' It evolved from the Latin 'Leonardus' through various forms in different languages. The name conveys strength and courage, and while it does not have a biblical background, it has historical significance and has seen a resurgence in modern times. Notable figures with this name include Leonarda Cianciulli and Leonarda Dvornik.
The name Leonarda is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Leonarda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Leonarda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1658th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2460th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4494th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7493rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11496th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21209th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 22160th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Leonarda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Leonarda"
Pronunciation
/leɪəˈnɑːrdə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Leonarda is derived from the Latin name 'Leonardus,' which is composed of the elements 'leo' meaning 'lion' and 'hard' meaning 'brave' or 'hardy.'
Meaning
Brave lion
Language Evolution
Leonardus (Latin), Leonhard (Old High German), Leonard (Middle English), Leonarda (Modern Italian and Spanish)
Historical Usage
Leonarda has been used since the Middle Ages, particularly in regions influenced by Latin and Germanic languages. It gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries, especially in Italy and Spanish-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Leonard, Leon, Leona, Lena
Modern Popularity & Image
Leonarda is perceived as a strong and elegant name, often associated with artistic and intellectual qualities. It remains moderately popular in contemporary society.
Famous People
Leonarda Cianciulli, an Italian serial killer, Leonarda Dvornik, a Croatian artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Leonarda"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Leonarda"
"Leonarda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1658th of 9107 | 426 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2460th of 9204 | 230 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4494th of 12526 | 146 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7493rd of 19264 | 86 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11496th of 27321 | 74 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 21209th of 35406 | 34 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22160th of 30306 | 18 |
Regional Popularity of "Leonarda" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Leonarda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
85.03% 1204th/1416 |
61.20% 844th/1379 |
54.90% 1299th/2366 |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
61.28% 1442nd/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Leonarda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Leonarda" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.