396 Baby Names That Mean Lion

Aera to Nala, every choice on the list is as majestic as the wild cat.

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A lion immediately brings wildness, ferocity, bravery, and majesty to mind. Parents choose lion baby names to channel all these positive attributes into their little ones to make them rule the world. It is often believed that a child with a name meaning ‘lion’ will lead others. After all, the lion is known as the king of the jungle. This majestic animal is associated with several countries, cultures, and religions. In Hinduism, Lord Narasimha is one of the ten avatars of Lord Vishnu and has the head of a lion and the body of a man. Moreover, the vehicle of Goddess Durga is a lion too. In Egyptian and Greek art, the Sphinx makes a frequent appearance. These mythical beings have the head of a woman, the body of a lion, and the wings of an eagle. Pop culture has also made a significant impact in depicting the royal animal. Movies like The Lion King have endeared this wild animal to the younger generation. Names like Simba and Nala from the movie have gained popularity among new parents. Though lions are traditionally associated with courage, strength, and ferocity, they have other traits, like grace and loyalty. Lions are the only members of the cat family that live in groups (1). They are known to be fiercely loyal to their pride, which they consider their family. All these traits make baby names meaning ‘lion,’ irresistible and appealing to parents. Names such as Leonard, derived from leo, the Latin word for lion, and Lionel, derived from the word ‘lion,’ are in vogue. If you are captivated by the appeal of this majestic ruler of the forest, you may want to give your baby a name meaning ‘lion.’ We have made a list of the names honoring this royal beast so that you can select the ones that grab your attention and shortlist them easily.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Leandra	Girl	Lioness
Leandre	Boy	The one that is like a lion
Leandrew	Boy	Lion-like person
Leandro	Boy	Lion-like person
Leaundra	Girl	Lion-like woman
Leenart	Boy	Lion; One who is brave as a lion
Leeonna	Girl	A lioness; one who is like a lioness
Leia	Girl	Heavenly child; Heavenly flowers; Lioness
Leib	Boy	An animal; A lion
Len	Boy	A person whose bravery can be compared to a lion

Lenard	Boy	He who has the Blood of the Lion
Lenart	Boy	Lion; Slovene form of Leonard
Lencho	Boy	He who is like a lion
Lenina	Girl	Lion-like woman
Lenn	Boy	Brave like a lion
Lenna	Girl	Lion's strength
Lennard	Boy	Bold like a lion
Lennart	Boy	Lion
Lennell	Boy	Hardy like a lion
Lennerd	Boy	Brave Lion

Lenni	Unisex	Brave as a lion
Lennie	Boy	Brave lion
Lenny	Boy	Short for Leonard; Brave like a lion
Lennyx	Unisex	Brave as a lion
Lenya	Boy	Lion
Leo	Boy	Lion
Leobardo	Girl	Noble, brave, lion-hearted
Leoben	Boy	Lion-like, charismatic
Leocadie	Boy	Lion; French version of the name Leonard
Leocharis	Boy	Lion's grace

Leodegance	Boy	The lion among the goose
Leodegran	Boy	A lion of a large city
Leodegrance	Boy	Lion
Leofard	Boy	A brave lion; Brave panther
Leofede	Boy	Faith of a lion
Leofel	Boy	Descendent of a lion-like leader
Leola	Girl	Lioness; Loyal
Leoline	Girl	Little lion woman
Leon	Boy	Lion
Leona	Girl	Brave lioness

Leonard	Boy	Lion-like; Brave man
Leonarda	Girl	A woman as brave as a lion
Leonarde	Boy	Lion-like bold men
Leonardo	Boy	Brave lion
Leonardus	Boy	Brave like a lion
Leonas	Unisex	Brave lion
Leonce	Boy	Lion
Leondra	Girl	Lioness; Feminine name Leon
Leone	Boy	Lion; Lioness
Leonel	Boy	Lion

Leonela	Girl	Young lioness
Leonella	Girl	Strong lioness
Leonhard	Boy	Lion
Leonhards	Boy	Lion; Latvian form of Leonard
Leoni	Boy	Lion; Ancient Greek version of the name Leon
Leonia	Girl	Lioness
Leonida	Unisex	Lion-like; Brave as a lion
Leonidas	Boy	Lion-like
Leonidem	Unisex	The one who has the qualities of a Lion
Leonides	Boy	Who is like a lion

Leonie	Girl	Lioness
Leonila	Girl	A woman who is as brave as a Lion
Leonine	Girl	A woman who is lion-like
Leonna	Girl	Lioness, strong, brave
Leonnatos	Boy	One who is like the lion
Leonne	Unisex	Lioness
Leontina	Girl	A woman who is brave and strong as a Lioness
Leontine	Girl	One who is as strong as a lioness
Leontios	Girl	A fearless, powerful individual who is like a Lion
Leontyne	Girl	A woman who resembles a lioness

Leony	Unisex	Lioness
Leoric	Boy	He is like a lion
Leoris	Girl	A woman whose bravery matches a Lion's
Leos	Boy	Lion; A variant of Leo
Leouard	Boy	He whose bravery can be compared to a lion
Leouric	Boy	An individual who resembles a lion
Leouuinus	Boy	A person who has beaten a lion
Leovanni	Boy	Lion-like or brave as a lion
Leue	Unisex	Lion
Leued	Girl	Like a lion

Leuthard	Boy	A brave person; Brave as a lion
Lev	Boy	Lion; Heart
Levan	Boy	Lion; Georgian form of Leon
Levian	Unisex	Lion-like; Strong; Brave
Levka	Girl	Lioness
Levo	Boy	Lion; The Finnish version of the name Leo
Levon	Boy	Lion
Levushka	Boy	Lion
Lew	Boy	Lion
Lewyn	Unisex	Like a lion

Liandra	Unisex	Lioness of man
Lienart	Boy	One who is hard as a lion
Liev	Boy	Heart; Lion
Lieve	Girl	A Woman with a heart as brave as a Lion's
Lio	Boy	Strong, powerful, lion-like
Lion	Boy	Lion; Strength
Liona	Girl	Italian name meaning lioness
Lional	Boy	Little; Young lion
Lionel	Boy	Young lion
Lionell	Boy	Little lion

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Infographic: Fierce Baby Names Meaning Lion

Lions have been associated with valor, power, and leadership in several cultures across the globe. All these positive traits are the reasons why parents prefer giving names meaning ‘lion’ to their babies. Bearers of this name will be powerful leaders in whichever field they pursue. If you are interested in names meaning ‘lion,’ take a look at this infographic.

kingly lion names with meanings for your dearest baby (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some names that symbolize bravery, courage, or strength, often associated with lions?

Boy names like Abhay, meaning ‘fearless,’ Ellanher, denoting a ‘courageous army,’ Gor, meaning ‘fierce,’ and Millicent, symbolizing ‘bravery and strength,’ exemplify the various characteristics of a lion.

2. What are some twin name sets centered around a lion theme for a boy and a girl?

Leander-Leia, Aslan-Nala, and Tocho-Tiaret could be some great twin name sets meaning ‘lion’ for a boy and a girl, creating a powerful combination.

Lion baby names bring forth associations with the regal wild animal. Courage, strength, speed, grace, and loyalty are some traits that a lion is known for. Moreover, the male of the species sports a beautiful golden mane that could be said to be its crowning glory. Lions are also revered and feared in various cultures across the world. These majestic creatures rouse feelings of wonder from Asia to Africa with one roar. If you wish your child would inspire such awe, you cannot go wrong with lion baby names.

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