"lion woman, lioness"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
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"feminine form of Leander (lion man)"
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The Story of Leandra
Leandra is the feminine form of Leander, a name with ancient Greek roots: leon meaning lion and aner/andros meaning man. Thus Leandra means lioness or lion woman. In Greek mythology, Leander was a young man from Abydos who swam the Hellespont nightly to visit his love, Hero, the priestess of Aphrodite — one of antiquity's most romantic stories. The feminine Leandra carries the same magnificent leonine strength while adding grace and elegance.
Leandra has been in consistent use across Mediterranean Europe, particularly in Italy, Spain, and Portugal, for centuries. In the English-speaking world it remains relatively rare, giving it an air of European sophistication. The name sees periodic revivals among parents who love names ending in -andra (Cassandra, Alessandra) but want something less common.
The mythological Leander, whose romantic story inspired the Byron poem The Bride of Abydos and Marlowe's poem Hero and Leander, gives the name a deeply romantic classical pedigree. Saint Leander of Seville (c.534-601) was the elder brother of Saint Isidore and is credited with converting the Visigoths from Arianism to Catholicism. The feminine Leandra inherits this rich legacy of love and devotion.
Historical Record
Leandra first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 6,710 babies have been named Leandra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Leandra is past its peak , currently ranked #3,896 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The mythological Leander swam approximately 1.8 km across the Hellespont nightly to see Hero — the same strait swum by Lord Byron in 1810
- Saint Leander of Seville was the older brother of the encyclopedist Saint Isidore of Seville
- The lion imagery in Leandra connects it to royal symbolism across dozens of cultures worldwide
Leandra in Other Languages
Greek
Λεάνδρα
French
Léandre
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レアンドラ
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Popularity Over Time
#3,896
Current Rank
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Peaked 1989
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Leandra Medine Cohen
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1987
American fashion blogger and founder of the influential fashion site Man Repeller, known for witty, self-deprecating sty...
American fashion blogger and founder of the influential fashion site Man Repeller, known for witty, self-deprecating style commentary
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Saint Leander of Seville
Religious
6th-century Archbishop of Seville who converted the Visigoths to Catholicism and was the older brother of the great ency...
6th-century Archbishop of Seville who converted the Visigoths to Catholicism and was the older brother of the great encyclopedist Saint Isidore of Seville
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Leandra (Greek mythology) Fictional
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Name linked to Leander, the mythological hero who swam the Hellespont nightly for love of Hero — the subject of poetry b...
Name linked to Leander, the mythological hero who swam the Hellespont nightly for love of Hero — the subject of poetry by Marlowe and Byron
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,896
- Total SSA Count
- 38
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Spanish Portuguese Greek English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Leandra
What does the name Leandra mean?
"lion woman, lioness" (from Greek). "feminine form of Leander (lion man)" (from Latin). Leandra is the feminine form of Leander, a name with ancient Greek roots: leon meaning lion and aner/andros meaning man. Thus Leandra means lioness or lion woman. In Greek mythology, Leander was a young man from Abydos who swam the Hellespont nightly to visit his love, Hero, the priestess of Aphrodite — one of antiquity's most romantic stories. The feminine Leandra carries the same magnificent leonine strength while adding grace and elegance.
What is the origin of the name Leandra?
Leandra has Greek, Latin, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and English origins. In Greek, it means "lion woman, lioness". In Latin, it means "feminine form of Leander (lion man)".
Is Leandra a boy or girl name?
Leandra is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3896. As a boy name, it is ranked #9655. Leandra is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Leandra?
Leandra is currently ranked #3896 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Leandra?
Common nicknames for Leandra include Lea, Lea, Andy, and Andi.
What are good middle names for Leandra?
Popular middle name pairings include Leandra Grace, Leandra Victoria, Leandra Rose, Leandra Maria, Leandra Valentina, Leandra Celeste, and Leandra Faye.
What are good sibling names for Leandra?
Names that pair well with Leandra as siblings include Alessandra, Valentina, Lorenzo, Matteo, Chiara, Isadora, Cosimo, and Fiora.
How many syllables does Leandra have?
Leandra has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Leandra a common or rare name?
Leandra is an uncommon name, ranked #3896 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Leandra
Leandra is a girl name with Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Greek, and English origins . The name means "lion woman, lioness" in Greek .
Is Leandra a boy or girl name? Leandra is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,896 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #9,655. Leandra is more commonly used as a girl name.
Leandra is currently ranked #3,896 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Leandra has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Leandra include Lea, Lea, Andy, and Andi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Leandra include Leanna, Leana, Leanne, Leann . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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