Jewish Baby Names

Leonard

לֵאוֹנַרְד

• Gender: Male
• Origin: Jew-ish
• Meaning: lion-hearted; brave lion
• Leonard doesn’t have Hebrew roots, instead deriving from Old High German for "lion-hearted," but it’s long been used by Jewish families — especially among immigrants choosing English names. The lion itself is a symbol of strength and leadership in Judaism. Notable Jews with this name include musician Leonard Cohen, comedian Lenny Bruce and actor Leonard Nimoy. With its vintage charm, it's ripe for a comeback among modern families.
• Alternate Spellings: Lennard
• Potential Sibling Name:
  Rose
  ,
  Miriam
  ,
  Gideon
  ,
  Rafael
• Theme: animals, positive qualities