Leandro Name Meaning & Origin
/lay-AHN-dro/Leandro is most likely a name of Brazilian origin.
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Name Origin
Leandro is a name of Greek origin, derived from the name Leandros, meaning 'lion man'. It is popular in Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian-speaking countries, especially in Latin America and Southern Europe.
Name Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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Brazilian (Latin American) 60% -
Portuguese (European) 30% -
Spanish (European) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Leandro
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
In 2025, 785 boys in the US were named Leandro.
Growth of the name Leandro in the US (SSA Data):
Leandro Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.