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Leonel is a name of Latin origin meaning 'lion'. It evolved from the Latin 'Leonellus', a diminutive of 'Leo'. The name is associated with traits such as bravery and strength. It does not have a biblical background. Historically, it gained popularity in the Middle Ages and has continued to be favored in modern times, particularly in Spanish-speaking regions, often linked to notable figures.

The name Leonel is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Leonel has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Leonel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1620th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1220th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1056th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 820th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 625th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 504th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 370th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Leonel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.