Leonides
Boy nameLeonides has been given to 711 babies in the U.S. since 1919. It peaked in 1981. In 2025, about 1 in 155,280 boys was named Leonides.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
711
Peak year
1981 (19 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1919
10-year trend
▼ -35%
Gender split
3% girls / 97% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Leonides — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Leonides.
Sibling name ideas for Leonides
Same era and popularity as Leonides, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Leonides?
Leonides has been given to 711 babies in the U.S. since 1919. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Leonides peak?
Leonides peaked in 1981, when 19 babies were given the name.
Is Leonides a girl or boy name?
Leonides is primarily a boy name (97% of babies named Leonides are boys).
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