Leonardo as a Male Name
Leonardo is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Leonardo for a boy get a name with a clear Italian/Spanish (from Germanic) heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Leonardo means “brave lion” and is of Italian/Spanish (from Germanic) origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Leonard, Léonard, Lennart, Leo.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Leonardo across all genders, see the complete Leonardo name meaning.
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Is Leonardo a boy's name?+
Leonardo is most commonly a boy's name. It means “brave lion” and is of Italian/Spanish (from Germanic) origin.
What does Leonardo mean?+
Leonardo means “brave lion” and originates from Italian/Spanish (from Germanic).