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The name Leon is of Greek, Latin, United States, German origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the Judaism religion. Numerologically, Leon is often linked to the number 1.
Leon Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Leon mean? What is the meaning of the name Leon
Meaning of Leon: Name Leon in the Greek, Latin, United States, German origin, means Name meaning Lion. Name Leon is of Greek, Latin, United States, German origin and is a Boy name. People with name Leon are usually Judaism by religion.
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Leon
Meaning
Name meaning Lion
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Characters
1 word with 4 characters
Spell
L-E-O-N
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
1
Indian Vedic Numerology
2
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Famous people with name Leon (Namesakes)
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- Leon Spinks
Leon Spinks (born July 11, 1953) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1977 to 1995.
- Leon Lai
Leon Lai-ming SBS BBS MH (born 11 December 1966), is a Hong Kong actor and Cantopop singer.
- Donna Leon
Donna Leon (; born September 28, 1942, in Montclair, New Jersey) is the American author of a series of crime novels set in Venice, Italy, featuring the fictional hero Commissario Guido Brunetti.
- Leon Cooper
Leon N. Cooper (born February 28, 1930) is an American physicist and Nobel Prize laureate who, with John Bardeen and John Robert Schrieffer, developed the BCS theory of superconductivity.
- Leon Panetta
Leon Edward Panetta (born June 28, 1938) is an American politician who has served in several different public office positions, including the Secretary of Defense, Director of the CIA, White House Chief of Staff, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and as a U.S. Representative from California.
- Leon Schuster
Leon Ernest "Schuks" Schuster (born 21 May 1951) is a South African filmmaker, comedian, actor, presenter and singer.
- Leon Robinson
Leon Preston Robinson, usually credited as simply Leon, (born March 8, 1962) is an American actor and singer, who began his professional career as a film actor in the early 1980s.
- Valerie Leon
Valerie Leon (born 12 November 1943) is an English actress who had roles in a number of high-profile British film productions, including the Carry On series.
- David Leon
David Jeremy Leon (born 24 July 1980) is an English actor, director, writer and producer.
- Leon Cooperman
Leon G. "Lee" Cooperman (born April 25, 1943) is an American billionaire investor and hedge fund manager.
- Leon Goretzka
Leon Christoph Goretzka (German pronunciation: [ˈleːɔn ˈɡoːʁɛtskaː]; born 6 February 1995) is a German professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Bayern Munich and the Germany national team.
- Leon Mettam
Leon Mettam (born 9 December 1986) is a former English footballer who played as a striker for Northern Counties East League club Worksop Town He played in the Football League for Lincoln City.
- Leon Bridges
Todd Michael "Leon" Bridges (born July 13, 1989) is an American soul singer, songwriter and record producer from Fort Worth, Texas.
- Leon Bailey
- Mandy Leon
Amanda "Mandy" Leon (born March 3, 1992) is an American professional wrestler currently signed to Ring of Honor (ROH), where she is 1/3 of The Allure stable.
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Leon - Nakshatra (Birth Star) & Rashi
Bharani Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra associated with the name Leon is Bharani. The Nakshatra Bharani of the name Leon is connected to the deity Yama (Lord of Death), and is ruled by the Venus. The symbol for Leon is Yoni (Female Organs), and it is characterized by Creativity, Birth. This name is connected to the element Earth and embodies the Determined, Passionate.| name | Bharani |
|---|---|
| Deity | Yama (Lord of Death) |
| Ruling Planet | Venus |
| Symbol | Yoni (Female Organs) |
| Primary Quality | Creativity, Birth |
| Element | Earth |
| Nature | Determined, Passionate |
Numerology of Leon
Numerology for Leon - Number 1 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Leon Numerology: Name Leon has a number value of 1 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 1 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 2 |
| Motivation Number | 11 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 1 |
| Inner Dream Number | 8 |
| Soul Urge Number | 11 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 11 |
| Personality Number | 8 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Leon
Syllables in Leon Name
How many syllables in baby name Leon? Leon has 2 syllables. The name "Leon" can be divided into 2 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Leon? | 2 (le - on) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 4 |
| Unique letters: | 4 (l, e, o, n) |
| Leon backwards: | noel |
| Leon sorted alphabetically: | elno |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | L-E-O-N |
| Pronunciation |
Name Leon is combinations of, 1 occurance of L, 1 occurance of E, 1 occurance of O, 1 occurance of N.
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Birthday Wishes for Leon
How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Leon
Leon's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Leon on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Leon! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Leon, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Leon! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Leon
What is the meaning of Leon?
Name Leon means Name meaning Lion as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Leon Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Leon?
Name Leon has numerology 2 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Leon?
Numerology number of Leon is 2 (Vedic) and 1 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Leon?
The lucky number of name Leon is 2 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Leon name?
The name Leon has 4 letters. The name Leon consists of 1 word with 4 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Leon?
Name Leon belongs to Bharani nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Leon come from?
Leon is a Greek, Latin, United States, German name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Leon?
The name Leon is of Greek, Latin, United States, German origin and is used within Judaism communities.
What does Leon mean?
Name Leon means Name meaning Lion as per The ParentZ
What does the name Leon mean?
Leon is of Greek, Latin, United States, German origin and means Name meaning Lion as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Leon?
Leon means Name meaning Lion and is a Greek, Latin, United States, German name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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What is the length of Leon name?
The name Leon consists of 4 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Leon! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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