Леонтій
/Le-on-tiy/
lion, lion
Gender
Boys
Origin
Greek
Popularity
#23508
Syllables
3 syllables
Meaning
lion, lion
The name is associated with the holy martyr Leontius, who is commemorated in the Orthodox calendar (name day – November 14). Ukrainian tradition often uses it as a symbol of strength and nobility.
Nicknames & variations
Personality traits
Famous bearers
Святий Леонтій (мученик 4‑ст.)
Леонтій Гаврилов (український священик, 19‑ст.)
Similar names
Лев
BoysGreek
Symbolizes the king of beasts, bravery, strength and power.
Леван
BoysUkrainian
lion, lion
Левко
BoysGreek
White, bright.
Леон
BoysLatin
Lion.
Леонард
BoysGerman
Brave as a lion.
Леонтій
BoysGreek
lion, lion
Леонід
BoysGreek
Similar to a lion, son of a lion.
Милодух
BoysSlavic
Kind spirit.
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Богдан
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Назар
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Dedicated to God
Славолад
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Glory and order.
Дайніс
BoysSlavic
giving, generous
Ігор
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A warrior protected by the god Ing, or simply a warrior.
Фонтус
BoysLatin
Roman god of springs.
Святослав
BoysSlavic
Sacred glory.