boy · Greek

Leona

/LEO-na/

Meaning: Lion

Leona at a glance

Meaning: Lion
Origin: Greek
Religion: Christian
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: LEO-na
Syllables: 2
Popularity: uncommon
Variants & Spellings: Leon, Leonie, Leonia, Leonna, Leonnah, Leonin

Lucky details for Leona

Number: 3
Color: Royal Purple
Stone: Yellow Sapphire
Flower: Lily
Day: Thursday
Planet: Jupiter
Zodiac: Sagittarius
Metal: Tin

Leona is a Greek name meaning “lion”. It is a spelling variant of Leon and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Leona for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with expressive, curious, endlessly sociable. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Leona reduce to 3, a number linked with Jupiter and with people who are optimistic, funny, quick to learn language and music.

Numerology

Chaldean value 3 — Expressive, curious, endlessly sociable.

Personality

Expressive, curious, endlessly sociable

Positive Traits

Optimistic, funny, quick to learn language and music

Negative Traits

Can scatter energy across too many interests at once

Career Suggestions

Writing, media, teaching, law, travel and tourism

Nicknames

Leoi Leon Leoy Ley

Middle Names

Laksh Lukas Langeh

Sibling Names

Alexia Daaphne Kaaterinia Sophyiya

Compatible Names

Alexander Andreaasi Dymeetri Georgeeoso Nikolaasa Phileep

FAQs about the name Leona

What does the name Leona mean?

Leona means “lion” and comes from a Greek root.

Is Leona a boy or girl name?

Leona is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Leona?

Leona is pronounced LEO-na (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Leona?

The lucky number for Leona is 3, ruled by Jupiter.

What are good nicknames for Leona?

Popular short forms include Leoi, Leon, Leoy, Ley.