Leolia
A feminine name derived from the Greek name Leola, meaning "lion, lioness".
Name Census estimates that about 2 living Americans carry the first name Leolia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Leolia today is around 88 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Leolia births was 1921 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Leolia. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Leolia is about 88 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Leolias were born before 1948.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Leolia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
2
~ 1 in 171,377,169 Americans
Peak year
1921
10 babies that year
Average age
88
years old
1933 SSA rank
#4,574
Tracked since 1906
Popularity
Leolia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Leolia from the 1900s through to the 1930s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 41 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Leolia by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Leolia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Leolia
The given name Leolia has its roots in ancient Greek culture, originating from the word "leios," which means "smooth" or "polished." This name is believed to have emerged during the Classical period of ancient Greece, around the 5th century BC. It was likely derived as a feminine form of the male name Leolios, which carried connotations of elegance and refinement.
In the early days of its usage, Leolia was a name favored among the aristocratic classes of ancient Greek society. It was seen as a name that embodied grace, sophistication, and a sense of cultural cultivation. The name held particular significance in regions like Athens, where the pursuit of knowledge and the arts was highly valued.
While there are no specific historical references to individuals named Leolia in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in inscriptions and records from the Hellenistic period, which spanned from the 4th to the 1st century BC. These inscriptions often documented the names of prominent citizens, merchants, and philosophers of the time.
One of the earliest documented individuals with the name Leolia was a Greek philosopher who lived in the 3rd century BC. While little is known about her life, her existence is recorded in several ancient texts, indicating that she was a respected figure in her time.
In the centuries that followed, the name Leolia continued to be used, albeit sparingly, across various regions influenced by Greek culture. Notable individuals bearing this name include:
1. Leolia of Corinth (c. 150 BC - 80 BC), a renowned poet and scholar from the city of Corinth, whose works were celebrated for their lyrical beauty and philosophical depth.
2. Leolia Marciana (c. 50 AD - 120 AD), a Roman noblewoman and patron of the arts, known for her patronage of numerous artists and intellectuals during the reign of Emperor Trajan.
3. Leolia Callistia (c. 300 AD - 370 AD), a Christian martyr from Alexandria, Egypt, who was persecuted for her faith during the reign of Emperor Diocletian.
4. Leolia Theodora (c. 850 AD - 920 AD), a Byzantine princess and scholar, renowned for her contributions to the preservation of ancient Greek texts and her support of educational initiatives.
5. Leolia Margherita (c. 1450 - 1520), an Italian humanist and poet from Florence, whose works celebrated the ideals of the Renaissance and the rediscovery of classical Greek and Roman literature.
While the name Leolia may have faded from widespread use over time, its historical significance lies in its connection to the rich cultural heritage of ancient Greece and the enduring influence of Greek philosophy, literature, and art across various civilizations.
People
Leolia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Leolia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Leolia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Leolia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 2 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Leolia going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 171,377,169 US residents.
Is Leolia a common name?
We classify Leolia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 4.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 93 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Leolia most popular?
The single biggest year for Leolia was 1921, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Leolia is about 88 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Leolia in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Leolia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Leolia in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Leolia still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Leolia in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Leolia can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Leolia?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.