Leonid
Meaning
Lion-like
Origin
Slavic
Pronunciation
/liːəˈnɪd/
Alt. Spellings
Leo
Traits associated with the name Leonid:
Dogs named Leonid tend to be loving, loyal, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Leonid?
Naming your dog Leonid suggests that you have an appreciation for history and culture. It could also suggest that you have a strong connection to Russia or Eastern European culture.
Is Leonid a good dog name?
Leonid has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Leonid 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
Leonid is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Leonid was, in the past month, the 5657th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Leonid is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more 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, Leonid was viewed 22 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Leonid's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Leonid is most adored in Tennessee, Arizona and Pennsylvania.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Colorado, Virginia and Illinois.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Leonid.
Leonid is found in these categories:
celestial
Meteor showers share this moniker, lighting up our night skies!
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