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Leandra Pronunciation

Leandra is pronounced lee-AN-drah /liˈæn.drɑ/High

Meaning: Feminine of Leander — Greek leon, 'lion', plus aner/andros, 'man/people' — 'lion of the people'High

In 30 seconds: A lioness for the people: Leandra is the feminine of Leander — the swimmer who crossed the Hellespont nightly for love. Mythic devotion, leonine strength.

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Origin HighGreek

MeaningFeminine of Leander — Greek leon, 'lion', plus aner/andros, 'man/people' — 'lion of the people'

U.S. rank (2024)#3919 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births38 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1989

Total births (all-time)≈ 6,987

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Leandra is the feminine of Leander — Greek leon, 'lion', plus andros, 'of man' — borne by the lover who swam to Hero in myth. A graceful Spanish and Italian classic with leonine heart.

In the U.S. it registers thinly. Rare, lion-hearted at the root, and devoted.

Did you know? Leander swam the Hellespont every night, guided by Hero's lamp, until a storm doused it — Byron later swam the strait himself in homage; Leandra inherits all that devotion.

Overall data confidence 85%

Behind the Name — Leandra — etymology

Variations

LeandreLiandraLeanda

Nicknames

LeaAndra

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Leandra?

Leandra is pronounced lee-AN-drah (/liˈæn.drɑ/). Press play above to hear Leandra said aloud.

How do you say Leandra?

Leandra is said lee-AN-drah (/liˈæn.drɑ/). Press play above to hear Leandra said aloud.

What does the name Leandra mean?

Leandra is the feminine of Leander, Greek for 'lion of the people'.

Is Leandra a boy or girl name?

Leandra is a girl's name.

How popular is Leandra?

Leandra is a rare name in the U.S.