Leander: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Lion of a man — mythological and romantic
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #1728
- Peak
- #326 in 1882
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Leander Means
Leander is a boy name of Greek origin. Lion of a man — mythological and romantic
How Popular Leander Is
Leander currently ranks #1728 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #326 in 1882. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Leander
- Leander peaked at #326 in the U.S. in 1882.
- Leander is a name with ancient Greek heritage.
- It draws from ancient mythology and legend.
Names Like Leander
Other Greek names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Leander
Greek names that pair well as a brother or sister to Leander.
Questions About Leander
What does Leander mean?
Leander is a boy name of Greek origin. Lion of a man — mythological and romantic
How popular is Leander?
Leander currently ranks #1728 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #326 in 1882. It has held steady.
Where does Leander come from?
Leander comes from Greek roots. Leander peaked at #326 in the U.S. in 1882.
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