Lioness; combination of Lee and Anna
Leanza is a modern American creation, likely formed by blending the prefix 'Lee' with the name 'Anna' or 'Anza'. It is also interpreted as a variant of the Italian word for lioness, 'leonessa', suggesting strength and grace. The name gained brief national attention in the early 1990s due to a high-profile pageant winner.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Leanza in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Miss America 1993 and television personality
