Find out how popular the first name Leoh has been for the last 9 years (from 2015 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Leoh by gender

Based on the last 9 years of data, Leoh is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 7 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Leoh.

The history of the first name Leoh

The given name Leoh originates from the Old English language, derived from the word "leo," which translates to "lion" in modern English. This name was commonly used during the Anglo-Saxon period in Britain, typically between the 5th and 11th centuries AD.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Leoh can be found in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, a historical record compiled in the late 9th century. The name is mentioned in reference to a battle that took place in the year 675 AD, where a warrior named Leoh was said to have fought bravely.

In the 8th century, a monk named Leoh of Jarrow was renowned for his scholarly work and contributions to the field of theology. He was a contemporary of the Venerable Bede, a celebrated English monk and scholar from the same era.

During the reign of King Athelstan of England in the 10th century, a nobleman named Leoh the Wise is recorded as having served as a trusted advisor to the king. His wisdom and counsel were highly valued by the monarch.

Another notable figure with the name Leoh was a skilled architect who lived in the 11th century. He was responsible for the design and construction of several notable churches and abbeys, including the now-ruined Leoh Abbey in Gloucestershire, which bore his name.

In the 12th century, a renowned poet named Leoh of Winchester gained recognition for his lyrical works, which explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality. His poetry was widely praised and influential during his lifetime.

While the name Leoh was primarily used in Anglo-Saxon England, it also found its way into other Germanic languages, such as Old Norse and Old Frisian, where it took on similar spellings and meanings related to the lion or strength.

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