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Leonida
Son of a lion, like Leonidas of Sparta
Origin
Greek
Used in
it
Origin and meaning of Leonida
Leonida comes from the Greek Leonidas, from léon, 'lion,' with the patronymic suffix -idas: 'son, descendant of the lion,' an image of unbending courage. The name is forever tied to Leonidas I, the king of Sparta who held Thermopylae with his three hundred warriors. In Italy it is rare but strongly heroic; other languages have Leonidas in the English and Greek worlds and Léonidas in France.
Variants around the world
How Leonida sounds in other languages.
LeonidasLéonidasLeonid
Famous people
- Leonida I di Sparta— king
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Leonida mean?
The name Leonida means Son of a lion, like Leonidas of Sparta.
What is the origin of the name Leonida?
Origin of Leonida: Greek.
What are the international variants of the name Leonida?
International variants of Leonida: Leonidas, Léonidas, and Leonid.