Leonard
Meaning
Brave As A Lion
Origin
Germanic
Pronunciation
/ˈlɛnərd/
Traits associated with the name Leonard:
Dogs named Leonard tend to be loving, industrious, affectionate, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Leonard?
That you have a creative and unique sense of humor, and that you appreciate the quirkiness of life.
Is Leonard a good dog name?
Leonard has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Leonard isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Leonard is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Leonard was, in the past month, the 5849th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Leonard is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Leonard was viewed 25 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Leonard's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Leonard is most adored in Missouri, Tennessee and Arizona.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Ohio and Wyoming.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Leonard.
Most popular breeds named Leonard:
- Dachshund
- Boxer
- Pug
- Shih Tzu
- West Highland White Terrier
Leonard is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Popular in the 70s, this moniker echoes vintage charm and classic sitcoms.
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