Find out how popular the first name Leonara has been for the last 1 years (from 2023 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Leonara by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Leonara is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Leonara.

The history of the first name Leonara

The name Leonara finds its origins in the Latin language, tracing back to ancient Roman civilizations. It is a feminine form of the masculine name Leonardus, which itself derives from the elements "leon" meaning lion, and "ardus" meaning hardy, brave, or strong.

Leonara was a relatively uncommon name during the Roman era, with few recorded instances of its use. However, it gained popularity in medieval Europe, particularly in Italy and Spain, where variations like Leonarda and Leonor were more widely adopted.

One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Leonara of Arborea, who lived in the 14th century and was a judge and de facto ruler of the Giudicato of Arborea, a state on the island of Sardinia. Her reign was marked by her efforts to resist the expansionist ambitions of the Crown of Aragon.

In the 15th century, Leonara Malaspina was an Italian noblewoman and the wife of Battista Sforza, Lord of Pesaro. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her support for the development of the Renaissance in her region.

Leonara Baroni was an Italian singer and composer who lived in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. She was one of the most celebrated musicians of her time and performed at the court of Duke Vincenzo Gonzaga in Mantua.

Leonara Christina, Countess of Ulfeldt, was a Danish writer and courtier who lived in the 17th century. She is best known for her autobiography, which provides a vivid account of life at the Danish court during the reign of Christian IV.

Leonara Carrington was a British-Mexican artist and writer who was born in 1917 and lived until 2011. She was a prominent figure in the Surrealist movement and was known for her dreamlike, imaginative paintings and sculptures.

While Leonara has never been an extremely common name, it has maintained a presence throughout history, particularly in Europe, and has been borne by notable individuals across various fields, from politics and literature to the arts.

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