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Léonard
Meaning: Brave lion
About Léonard
Léonard is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Brave lion,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Leonardo, Léon. Indicative pronunciation: lay-oh-NAR. Popular note: French form. When considering Léonard, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.
Origin
Germanic
Variants
Leonardo, Léon
Pronunciation
lay-oh-NAR
Popularity note
French form
FAQ — Léonard
What does the name Léonard mean?
Short meaning: Brave lion. See the long description above for cultural context.
What is the origin of Léonard?
Most associated origin: Germanic.
Are there variants of Léonard?
Related forms: Leonardo, Léon.