Leander
Meaning
"lion man"
Origin: Greek
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #1,751
- Total SSA Count
- 94
- Syllables
- 3
- Formality
- Formal
- Nicknames
- Lee, Leo, Ander
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"lion man"
Origin: Greek
Leander is more popular, ranked #1751 vs #15041 for Natha.
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Leander is more popular, ranked #1751 compared to Natha at #15041 in the United States.
Leander means "lion man" (Greek origin).
Leander is primarily a boy name. Natha is primarily a boy name.