Leontine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Leontine is a name of Greek origin that means 'lion-like' or 'brave as a lion'. It evolved from the Greek 'Leontios' to its current form, with variations such as Leontina. The name conveys traits of strength and courage, and while it does not have biblical relevance, it saw a rise in usage in the 19th century. Today, Leontine is perceived as an elegant and distinctive choice.
The name Leontine is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Leontine has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Leontine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1425th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2399th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4953rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9489th out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Leontine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Leontine"
Pronunciation
/lɛɒnˈtiːn/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Leontine is derived from the Greek name 'Leontios', which means 'lion-like' or 'brave as a lion'.
Meaning
lion-like, brave
Language Evolution
Leontios (Greek), Leontine (French), Leontina (Italian)
Historical Usage
Leontine gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Europe, as a feminine form of the masculine name Leontios.
Variants & Derivatives
Leontina, Leonty, Leona
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Leontine is viewed as a unique and elegant name, often associated with strength and courage due to its meaning.
Famous People
Leontine Price, an acclaimed American soprano, Leontine S. H. de Jong, a notable Dutch artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Leontine"
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 "Leontine"
"Leontine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1425th of 9107 | 543 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2399th of 9204 | 238 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4953rd of 12526 | 119 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9489th of 19264 | 52 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Leontine" 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 "Leontine" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
51.61% 1221st/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
73.31% 1725th/2353 |
- |
| 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 "Leontine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Leontine" 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.