French

Léontine

Pronounced leh-on-TEENShare

Meaning: Lion

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 3 syllables

The story

The French form of Leontina, ultimately from the Greek word for lion. It offers a longer, vintage form alongside the shorter Léonie.

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

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Origins

Léontine comes from French.

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