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Leiona

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Pronounced lee-OH-nuh /liˈoʊ.nə/Medium

Meaning: A modern spelling of Leona, the feminine of Leon, from Latin leo, 'lion' — so 'lioness'. The -ei- spelling is a contemporary touch; the root is well documented.Medium

In 30 seconds: Leiona is a fresh spelling of Leona — 'lioness', from the Latin for lion (said 'lee-OH-nuh').
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Origin MediumLatin, English
MeaningA modern spelling of Leona, the feminine of Leon, from Latin leo, 'lion' — so 'lioness'. The -ei- spelling is a contemporary touch; the root is well documented.
U.S. rank (2024)#14445 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 21

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202420052024

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Leiona respells Leona, the feminine of Leon and so 'lioness', from Latin leo. Leona was a favorite in the early twentieth century and is now returning; the -ei- spelling gives it a modern glint while keeping the lion at its heart (said 'lee-OH-nuh').

It appears only very rarely in U.S. records, while Leona is better used. Rare, strong, and vintage-rooted.

Did you know? Behind Leiona stands the lion: Latin leo gives Leon, Leona and Leonie, names carried by kings, popes and saints (said 'lee-OH-nuh').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Leiona — Spelling of Leona; Latin leo 'lion'

Variations

LeonaLeonnaLiona

Nicknames

LeiNona

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Leiona mean?

Leiona is a spelling of Leona, 'lioness', from Latin leo, 'lion'.

How do you pronounce Leiona?

It's said lee-OH-nuh /liˈoʊ.nə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Leiona a boy or girl name?

Leiona is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Leiona?

Leiona is very rare in the U.S., while Leona is more common.

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