Meaning: Lion; feminine form of Leon
The story
Leona is the feminine form of Leon, with a lion association. Its three-syllable English rhythm balances a strong image with an open, gentle ending.
Nicknames
- Leo
Spellings & variants
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Origins
Leona comes from Greek and Latin.
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Form of Helen; original meaning uncertain
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Honey-associated; elaboration of Mel
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Clear; tranquil; serene
Cecilia
Of the Roman Caecilius family
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