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
Lionella	Girl	Lioness; Little lioness
Lionello	Boy	Italian version of name Lional; Llion
Liones	Girl	A Lioness of God; powerful
Lionese	Girl	Little young lioness
Lionet	Boy	Young or small lion
Lisimba	Boy	Lion
Liuni	Boy	Sicilian form of Leo; Lion
Liviya	Girl	A woman who is considered a Lioness of the Lord
Llanquipan	Girl	Solitary lioness
Llewella	Girl	One whose lion-like bravery shines bright

Llewellyn	Boy	Leader; Lion-like
Llewelydd	Boy	A leader with the bravery like a lion's
Llewelyn	Boy	Leader or lion-like
Llewyn	Boy	Like a lion
Loewe	Unisex	Lion
Lon	Boy	Person as fierce as a Lion
Lonell	Boy	A lion cub
Lonnard	Boy	A person of a character like a Lion
Lonnell	Boy	A young lion; A lion cub
Loth	Boy	Lion

Louay	Boy	Warrior, brave, lion
Luan	Girl	Lion
Luana	Girl	Lion; Happiness
Luani	Unisex	Lion
Luellyn	Boy	One who is a Lion like leader
Luria	Girl	A brave lioness
Lyness	Girl	A lioness
Lynnette	Girl	Little lion woman
Lyo	Boy	Brave and strong like a lion
Lyon	Boy	Lion

Lyonel	Boy	He is powerful and strong as a lion
Lyonell	Boy	One who is compared to a lion
Lyonelle	Girl	She is strong and powerfull as a lioness
Lyonis	Boy	A man who is like a lion
Lyons	Boy	Lion-like, strong, powerful
Maclaine	Boy	Son of the lion
Mahib	Boy	One who is as brave as a lion
Mahith	Boy	One with the character of a lion who brings honor
Mrigesh	Boy	Lion; Lord of Animals; King of animals; Powerful and Mighty
Mrigind	Boy	A lion

Mrinendra	Boy	Lion; Lord of Animals; King of animals; Powerful and Mighty
Mrugesh	Boy	Lion; As strong and mighty as a lion
Naajidah	Girl	As brave as a lioness
Nalah	Girl	A lioness; As furious as a lioness
Narashimha	Boy	Lion-like man
Narishyanta	Boy	Man-like lion
Narshimha	Boy	Lion among men
Narsimha	Boy	Lion-like; Lord Vishnu
Narsimulu	Boy	Lord in lion form
Nishad	Boy	The Lion among the males

Nishadh	Boy	The lion in form of male appearance
Nrishingha	Boy	The Lion among the males
Nrisingh	Boy	The lion in form of male appearance
Ntozake	Girl	One who has her own things; Lion's pride
Osaid	Boy	Strong' Lion-hearted
Osama	Boy	One who is bold and courageous like a lion
Ossama	Boy	One with the power of a Lion
Ossamah	Boy	Lion; powerful and majestic person
Ousama	Boy	A majestic and charismatic Lion
Parindra	Boy	Lion; Most powerful and mightiest

Puma	Girl	Mountain lion
Rehansh	Unisex	Lion's pride; Courageous
Ronsher	Boy	One who is like a lion in the battle
Ruslan	Boy	One who is like a Lion
Ruslana	Girl	A woman as powerful as a lioness
Sab	Boy	A lion
Shalonna	Girl	One fierce and strong like a lioness
Shardool	Boy	One who is as brave as a lion
Sher	Boy	Persian name; Lion
Shera	Girl	Lioness, courageous, strong

Sherafgan	Boy	One who defeated a lion; A powerful one
Shernaz	Boy	The pride of a lion
Sheru	Unisex	Lion
Shibl	Boy	A lion cub
Shubool	Boy	One who is like a lion cub
Siha	Unisex	A valiant; A lion-hearted man
Sihan	Unisex	Lion; Brave warrior
Simba	Boy	Power; Strength; Lion
Simhanada	Girl	The sound of the lion's roar
Singh	Boy	He is like a lion

Sinhi	Girl	Lioness
Sundiata	Girl	Lion or lion-like
Tariel	Unisex	Lion of God
Thiha	Boy	Lion
Thimba	Boy	Lion hunter
Tiaret	Girl	She who is like a lioness
Tocho	Boy	A lion from the mountains
Usama	Boy	Lion; One who is as brave as a lion
Vanraj	Boy	King of the forest; Lion
Yariel	Unisex	Lion of God

Yezdanser	Boy	The lion of God
Zaigham	Boy	A man as brave as a lion
Zamrez	Boy	Lion; Brave
Zariel	Girl	Lion princess
Zemar	Boy	Lion
Zmarak	Girl	Like a 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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How do Lion Prides work?
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