Leona

Meaning of Leona

Leona means "lioness." It represents strength, courage, and bravery.

Leona has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Leona

Leona is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #429 in 2025 from #972 in 2009.

Notable people named Leona

• Leona Lewis
  British singer and songwriter
• Leona Helmsley
  American businesswoman and socialite
• Leona Mitchell
  American operatic soprano
• Leona Aglukkaq
  Canadian politician
• Leona Florentino
  Filipino poet and playwright

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Questions about the name Leona

What does the name Leona mean?

Leona means leona means "lioness." it represents strength, courage, and bravery, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Leona a boy's or a girl's name?

Leona is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Leona?

In 2025, Leona ranked #429 for girls, up from #488 the year before.

When was Leona most popular?

Leona peaked at #429 in 2025.