At a glance
- In short
- Leeander is a strong and masculine male name of Greek origin, meaning "lion of a man."
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1985 (#6,523)
- Babies in 1985
- 5 (<0.01% of boys)
- First recorded
- 1985 (the only year on record)
Meaning of Leeander
Leeander is a male name with origins in Greek mythology. It is derived from the name Leander, which means "lion of a man" or "lion-man" in Greek. Leeander shares the same pronunciation in both American and British English, pronounced as lee-AN-der (/liːˈændər/). The name has a strong and masculine sound to it, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a unique yet familiar name for their baby boy. In terms of popularity, Leeander ranked 6523rd in the United States in the year 1985, with 5 occurrences recorded.
How to pronounce Leeander
English
- Pronounced lee-AN-der /liːˈændər/
Popularity of Leeander in the U.S.
Leeander appears in the records for the U.S. only in 1985, ranked #6,523 with 5 babies.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale)
Year-by-year table, 1985 1 row
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 5 | 6,523 | new |