US Popularity Rank: 3197

Origin: Greek

Meaning: Lion man

Leander is a masculine name with Greek origins. Not only does this name sound cool but it also has the brilliant meaning of “lion man” from the Ancient Greek title Leandros. In Greek mythology, Leander was a powerful figure who would swim across the Hellespont, now modern-day Turkey, to his beloved Hero, a priestess of Aphrodite. Leander is a fabulous alternative to the common Greek-related Alexander. The name is a hit within Norway and resides proudly in their baby name charts. Other variations of Leander include Leandro and Leandré.