Leonia is a name of Greek origin and it means "lionlike". It has been used as both a feminine and masculine name throughout history but it is more commonly used today as a female name. The name Leonia is believed to have originated from the Greek word "leōn" which means lion, suggesting that someone with this name may be brave, powerful, and noble like a lion. Despite its Greek origins, Leonia has also been used in other cultures throughout history, including in Italy where it was popular among nobility during the Renaissance period. Today, Leonia is still considered to be a unique and distinctive name, although it is not as commonly used as some other names.
Based on the provided statistics, Leonia has been a relatively rare name in the United States since at least 1882. The highest number of births recorded with this name was 41, which occurred in 1918 and again in 1922.
There have been notable fluctuations in the popularity of Leonia over time. For example, it peaked in the early 1900s, with over 20 births recorded annually from 1903 to 1905. However, by the late 1940s and early 1950s, this number had significantly decreased, with fewer than 22 births recorded each year between 1947 and 1954.
Since then, Leonia has remained quite uncommon, with less than ten births per year most years. In the past decade alone (2011-2021), there have been six births each in 2008, 2009, and 2011; five births recorded in 2019 and 2021.
In total, since at least 1882, Leonia has been given to a combined 1567 newborns in the United States. This suggests that while it is not one of the most common names, it has still been chosen by many parents over the years who likely appreciate its unique sound and meaning.