Bright, shining light or lion
Leno is a rare diminutive form of names like Galeno or Heleno, often associated with brightness or light. In some Italian contexts, it may also serve as a shortened form of names ending in -leno or as a variant related to the word for lion. It is most recognized in modern American culture through surname usage.
About 5 boys were named Leno in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Comedian and former host of The Tonight Show
American businessman
