Leonie
lay-OH-nee /leɪˈoʊ.ni/
Meaning of Leonie
Leonie is the feminine of Leon/Leo, from the Latin leo ('lion'). The feminised form Leonius > Leonia > Leonie has been in use in France and German-speaking Europe since the Roman era. In Germany it has consistently ranked in the top-10 for girls over the past two decades, while the French Léonie has been in moderate use since the 19th century.
How to pronounce Leonie
In German: lay-OH-ni-e (three clear syllables). In French: lay-o-NI (stress on final syllable, terminal -e silent).
Current popularity of Leonie
Rankings from the most recent fully-published year in each national registry. Source links at the foot of the page.
| Registry | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Germany (GfdS) | 2024 | #5 |
| France (INSEE) | 2024 | #28 |
| Netherlands (SVB) | 2024 | #7 |
Notable bearers of Leonie
Léonie Adams (American poet); Léonie (daughter of Victor Hugo).
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Last reviewed: 2026-05-31