Leander
Leander is a Christian boy name of Greek origin, meaning “Lion-man”.
| Meaning | Lion-man |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek |
| Written as | Λέανδρος |
| Pronunciation | lee-AN-der |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Germany, Spain, United States |
Meaning and origin of Leander
Leander comes from the Greek Leandros, made of leon, 'lion', and aner, 'man'. In Greek legend Leander swam the Hellespont each night to meet his love Hero, guided by her lamp, until he drowned in a storm. Saint Leander of Seville was a sixth-century bishop who helped convert the Visigoths to Catholic Christianity. The name has a romantic, literary feel.
Is Leander a Christian name?
Leander is a Greek name; it entered Christian use through Saint Leander of Seville, though it is not biblical.
How popular is Leander?
Uncommon in English but more familiar as Leandro in Spanish and Portuguese.
Gifts with the name Leander
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Leander
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Leander mean?
Leander means 'Lion-man'. It is of Greek origin.
Is Leander a Christian name?
Leander is a Greek name; it entered Christian use through Saint Leander of Seville, though it is not biblical.
How do you pronounce Leander?
Leander is pronounced lee-AN-der.
Is Leander a boy or girl name?
Leander is usually a boy name.