Leona vs Magdalena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leona

Girl #488 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"lioness"

Origin: Latin

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Girl #836 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"woman from Magdala"

Origin: Hebrew Migdal (tower)

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Leona Rank #488

Magdalena Rank #836

Leona is more popular, ranked #488 vs #836 for Magdalena.

Is Leona or Magdalena more popular?

Leona is more popular, ranked #488 compared to Magdalena at #836 in the United States.

What do Leona and Magdalena mean?

Leona means "lioness" (Latin origin). Magdalena means "woman from Magdala" (Hebrew Migdal (tower) origin).

Are Leona and Magdalena boy or girl names?

Leona is primarily a girl name. Magdalena is primarily a girl name.