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Lionella
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- Lionella
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The name Lionella has Italian roots and represents a variant of the name Liona. It can also be understood as the feminine form of Lionel, with its origins tracing back to the names Leon or Leo.
What does the name Lionella mean?
Lionella directly translates to 'the lioness' and is often interpreted as 'the little lioness.' The origin of the name can be traced back to the Ancient Greek word léōn (λέων) or the Latin leō for 'the lion.' Other variants include Lionna, Lionne, Lionie, and Lionelle.
Where does the name Lionella come from?
Lionella is a feminine first name that originates from Ancient Greek and Latin and means 'the little lioness.'
How do you pronounce Lionella?
Lie-oh-nella
When is the name day of Lionella?
The name days for Lionella fall on January 10, June 12, November 6, and November 10.
Popularity
In Germany, Lionella is a well-known first name. In 2023, it ranked 3,880th on the list of the most common female baby names. The highest ranking was achieved in 2013 with 3,816th place. Over the last ten years, Lionella has been used as a first name about 20 times, placing it 5,571st in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it stands at 6,204th place.
Nicknames & pet names
Lio / Nella
Frequently asked questions about the name Lionella
What does the name Lionella mean?
Lionella translates to 'the lioness' and is often interpreted as 'the little lioness.'
Where does the name Lionella come from?
The name Lionella has its roots in Ancient Greek and Latin, derived from the words léōn (λέων) and leō, both meaning 'the lion.'
How popular is the name Lionella?
Lionella is used in various countries, particularly in German and Italian-speaking regions, but it does not have extremely high popularity compared to other first names.