The nameLeonel
Leonel is a boy's name, the Spanish and Portuguese form of Lionel.
- Boy's name
- Latin
Meaning
Like Leo and Lionel, it goes back to the Latin leo, "lion".
Origin
Latin, through Spanish and Portuguese.
History
Found in France from the early 20th century, Leonel stayed discreet throughout the century and was given a little more in the 2010s.
Popularity of the name Leonel
Leonel in France
2457thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2017peak year (25 births)
1,305babies named Leonel in France since 1900
Leonel was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 175 births over the decade, 13% of all recorded babies named Leonel. Half of all babies named Leonel in France were born before 1948, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Leonel mean?
Like Leo and Lionel, it goes back to the Latin leo, "lion".
What is the origin of the name Leonel?
Latin, through Spanish and Portuguese.
Is Leonel a girl's or a boy's name?
Leonel is a boy's name.