Leonard
Leonard is a boys' name of German origin meaning “brave as a lion.” Derived from Old High German 'Leonhard,' composed of 'leo' (lion) and 'hard' (brave, strong).
how do you pronounce Leonard?
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what does Leonard mean?
The name Leonard means “brave as a lion.” It comes from the German language tradition.
Derived from Old High German 'Leonhard,' composed of 'leo' (lion) and 'hard' (brave, strong). Saint Leonard of Noblac is the patron saint of prisoners and was widely venerated in medieval Europe.
who are famous people named Leonard?
- Leonard Cohen (musician)
- Leonard Nimoy (actor)
- Leonardo da Vinci (artist/polymath)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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