Leonte
Of Greek origin meaning "son of a lion" or "lion-like".
Name Census estimates that about 238 living Americans carry the first name Leonte. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Leonte today is around 26 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Leonte births was 1995 (15 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Leonte. 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.
People living today
238
~ 1 in 1,440,144 Americans
Peak year
1995
15 babies that year
Average age
26
years old
2021 SSA rank
#13,298
Tracked since 1982
Popularity
Leonte: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Leonte from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 93 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Leonte 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 Leonte 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 Leonte
The name Leonte originates from the Greek language and culture, with its roots dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Greek word "leon," meaning "lion," and is often associated with strength, courage, and nobility.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Leonte can be found in ancient Greek literature, where it was used as a character name in various plays and poems. It is believed that the name gained popularity during the classical period of ancient Greece, particularly in Athens and other prominent city-states.
In Greek mythology, there are references to Leonte as a minor figure, often depicted as a fierce warrior or a companion to heroes. While not a central character, the name carried symbolic significance, reflecting the qualities of bravery and valor.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Leonte. One of the earliest recorded was Leonte of Rhodes (c. 300 BC), a celebrated athlete who won multiple events at the ancient Olympic Games. His achievements were chronicled in various historical records and inscriptions.
Another famous Leonte was a Byzantine general who lived in the 10th century AD. He is remembered for his military victories against the Bulgarians and his contributions to the expansion of the Byzantine Empire's influence in the Balkans.
During the Renaissance period, Leonte Alberti (1404-1472) was an Italian humanist scholar and mathematician. He made significant contributions to the fields of architecture and cryptography and was widely respected for his intellectual pursuits.
In the 18th century, Leonte Gavrilović (1752-1828) was a Serbian writer and educator who played a crucial role in the Serbian cultural and educational renaissance. His works helped promote the Serbian language and literature, and he is considered a prominent figure in the Serbian Enlightenment movement.
More recently, Leonte Răutu (1910-1993) was a Romanian politician and communist leader who served as the General Secretary of the Romanian Communist Party from 1958 to 1965. Although a controversial figure, his influence on Romania's political landscape during the mid-20th century cannot be denied.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Leonte, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human civilization.
People
Leonte + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Leonte: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Leonte?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 238 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Leonte 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 1,440,144 US residents.
Is Leonte a common name?
We classify Leonte as "Very Rare". It ranks above 76.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 243 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Leonte most popular?
The single biggest year for Leonte was 1995, when 15 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Leonte is about 26 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Leonte a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Leonte in the SSA data are male. 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.
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.