Leandro
Meaning of Leandro
Leandro is a distinguished male name of Greek origin, derived from the name Leandros, which means "lion-man" or "brave as a lion." It has found popularity across various cultures and languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, Filipino, and Italian. Pronunciations vary slightly among these languages but generally maintain the melodic essence of the name. In English-speaking countries, it is often pronounced as lay-AHN-droh. Leandro carries classical associations due to its roots in ancient Greek mythology; Leander was a tragic hero who swam across the Hellespont every night to be with his beloved Hero. The name has enjoyed steady use in the United States over the years, showing a gradual increase in popularity from 1980 onwards. In 2023, it ranked 525th with 561 occurrences, reflecting its enduring appeal and timeless charm.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as lay-AHN-droh (/leɪˈændroʊ/)
Portuguese
- Pronunced as lee-AHN-droo (/liˈɐ̃dɾu/)
Filipino
- Pronunced as leh-AHN-droh (/le.ˈan.dro/)
Italian
- Pronunced as leh-AHN-droh (/leˈandro/)
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Notable People Named Leandro
| Leandro Trossard is a Belgian professional footballer known for his role as a forward or left winger for Premier League club Arsenal and the Belgium national team. |
| Leandro Fernández is a renowned Argentine comic book artist recognized for his contributions to Marvel, Image, and Vertigo comic book series. |
| Leandro Daniel Paredes is an Argentine professional footballer known for his role as a defensive midfielder for Serie A club Roma and the Argentina national team, and was part of the 2022 FIFA World Cup-winning squad. |
| Leandro Silva - Leandro Miguel Pereira da Silva is a Portuguese professional footballer known for his role as a midfielder for U.D. Leiria. |
| Leandro David Fernández is an Argentine professional footballer known for his role as a forward for Racing de Córdoba. |
