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Leonna

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Pronounced lee-AH-nah /liˈɑ.nɑ/Medium

Meaning: Double-n spelling of Leona — the feminine of Leon/Leo, from Latin leo, 'lion' — 'lioness'Medium

In 30 seconds: Brave as a lioness: Leonna spells Leona — 'lioness' — with a double n. Strong, warm, and vintage-fresh.

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Origin MediumLatin, Greek

MeaningDouble-n spelling of Leona — the feminine of Leon/Leo, from Latin leo, 'lion' — 'lioness'

U.S. rank (2025)#4826 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births28 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,375

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Leonna is a double-n spelling of Leona — the feminine of Leon/Leo, from Latin leo, 'lion' — 'lioness, brave as a lion'. A strong, vintage-fresh name; the -nn- styling personalizes it.

It registers thinly beside Leona. Rare, lioness at the root, and strong.

Did you know? Leona is the feminine of Leon/Leo, from Latin leo, 'lion' — 'lioness'; Leonna adds a double n to the strong, warm name.

Overall data confidence 75%

Behind the Name — Leona — root etymology

Variations

LeonaLionaLeonie

Nicknames

LeoLea

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Leonna mean?

Leonna spells Leona — the feminine of Leo, 'lioness'.

How do you pronounce Leonna?

It's said lee-AH-nah /liˈɑ.nɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Leonna a boy or girl name?

Leonna is a girl's name.

How popular is Leonna?

Leonna is a rare spelling in the U.S.