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Leon

Meaning

Derived from Greek λεων (leon) meaning "lion". During the Christian era this Greek name was merged w

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Name Personality

Based on famous people named Leon and cultural associations, this name tends to be associated with:

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Courage
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Integrity
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Creativity
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Leadership
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Spirituality

Famous People Named Leon

Leon Roppolo

Leon Joseph Roppolo (March 16, 1902 – October 5, 1943) was an American early jazz clarinetist, best known for his playing with the New Orleans Rhythm Kings.

LeadershipSuccess

Leon Henkin

Leon Albert Henkin (April 19, 1921, Brooklyn, New York - November 1, 2006, Oakland, California) was one of the most important logicians and mathematicians of the 20th century.

InnovationIntelligenceWisdom

Leon Mandrake

Leon Giglio (April 11, 1911 – January 27, 1993), better known by his stage name Leon Mandrake, was an Italian-Canadian magician, mentalist, illusionist, escapologist, ventriloquist and stunt.

CharismaCreativity

Leon Abbey

Leon Alexander Anthony Abbey (May 7, 1900 – September 1975) was an American jazz violinist and bandleader.

Leon Collins

Leon Collins (February 7, 1922 - April 16, 1985) was an American tap dancer.

CharismaCreativity

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Leon in Other Languages

Ancient GreekLeon
Ancient GreekLeontios
Ancient GreekLeontius
ArmenianLevon
CroatianLeo
CroatianLeon
CzechLeoš
DanishLeo

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