Leo

Latin for "lion", often associated with courage and strength through the animal symbol.

Leo is a classic masculine name with very broad international recognition. It’s short, easy to spell, and familiar across multiple languages, which makes it travel well without needing many local adaptations. Etymologically, Leo comes from Latin leo, meaning "lion". Because the lion is a long-standing symbol in art and literature, many people associate the name with confidence and courage as a cultural association, even beyond the literal word meaning. Pronunciation is usually LEE-oh, two syllables, with a clear "lee" start. A practical tip is that the spelling is stable, but some languages may place slightly different stress; if you’re in a multilingual setting, it helps to say it once and it’s usually understood immediately.

Etymology: From Latin leo ("lion"), used as a given name in Latin and later adopted widely across languages.