Leontine, of Latin origin, is a unique and elegant female given name that means 'lioness'. It is composed of the elements 'leo', meaning lion, and 'tinus', which denotes belonging to. This rare and distinctive name offers an appealing alternative for parents seeking something unusual yet dignified.
Leontine has experienced a significant rise and fall in popularity over time. The highest number of births recorded was 32 in both 1920 and 1921, indicating a brief peak around that period. However, the name became quite rare again by the mid-20th century, with fewer than 10 births per year between 1950 and 1978. It seems to have regained some popularity in recent years, with 6 births recorded in 2015. Overall, Leontine has been a relatively uncommon name throughout history, with a total of 1150 births recorded over the course of 132 years.