Leonie

Associated with the Latin word leo, meaning “lion.”

Leonie is a feminine given name that is especially familiar in parts of Europe, including German-speaking regions, and it is also recognizable through the French spelling Léonie. The name is easy to read once you know the intended stress pattern, and it often feels both traditional and light because of its flowing vowel sequence. Etymologically, Leonie is commonly linked to the Latin word leo, meaning “lion,” and to longer naming traditions that use that root in personal names. That association is one of the clearer, widely repeated explanations for the name’s meaning connection. In English, many speakers say LAY-oh-nee, while German usage often places the stress later and uses a more open first vowel. A practical tip is that Leonie naturally shortens to Leo in informal settings, which can be convenient without changing the official spelling.

Etymology: Leonie is commonly connected to Latin leo (“lion”) and to name traditions built from that root. In some contexts it also aligns with the French spelling Léonie.