Son of a lion
Derived from the Greek name Leonidas, it combines 'leon' (lion) with the patronymic suffix '-ides'. It historically signifies strength and a noble, warrior-like lineage. While less common than the variant Leonidas, it carries the same heroic weight associated with ancient Spartan royalty.
Less common today
Leonides isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,868 in 1993.
Former Governor of the Philippines
Mexican architect and urban planner
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
