Leonila
lioness or little lion (Spanish via Latin)
Leonila is a spanish girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 191, with 40,977 records. It has 3 syllables.
Origin and meaning
lioness or little lion (Spanish via Latin)
Leonila is a feminine name of Spanish origin derived from Latin roots meaning 'lion'. Introduced to the Philippines during the Spanish colonial era, it became an established traditional name, especially popular among generations born in the early to mid-20th century.
Leonila is a traditional Spanish feminine given name, derived from the Latin root 'leo' (lion) or as a variant of the Latin name Leonilla.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly perceived as a classic grandmotherly name in the Philippines. Typical Filipino nicknames include Leony, Nila, and Nitz.
Related forms
- Leonila Spanish
- Leonilla Latin
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Leonila with common surname pairs
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How do I use Leonila with two Filipino surnames?
Leonila is the given name. The full name is Leonila + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Leonila a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Leonila is number 191, with 40,977 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.