Leonidas is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #621 in 2013 with 55 recorded births. This places Leonidas in the top 10% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Uncommon. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 97 births ranking #431. In 2013, approximately 1 in every 6,065 boys born was named Leonidas. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Leonidas is a striking Greek name usually linked with a lion-like meaning. It has a heroic, classical presence and still feels surprisingly usable today.
The name is famous through Leonidas, king of Sparta, which gives it an unmistakable martial and legendary feel. Modern use is helped by the popularity of dramatic ancient names.