How Many People Are Named Leona?
Complete statistics for the name Leona: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Leona, a very rare female name, is held by just 1 in 11,038 Americans today, making it quite unique. With an estimated 29,895 people named Leona living in the US, it stands out as a classic, old-school choice. Interestingly, the name peaked way back in 1918 with 3,346 births, showing its enduring appeal.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 2 represents balance, harmony, and cooperation.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 92All 112,757 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1918Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Leona Through the Generations
Leona has been a name that's seen its fair share of history, with most people named Leona being over 60 years old, accounting for 87% of the total. This means that the name is predominantly carried by older generations, with only 9,084 individuals under the age of 30. The trend shows a rising interest in the name, indicating that it might be gaining popularity among younger parents looking for a timeless classic.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Leona's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Leona
How Many People Have the Name Leona?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 152 people in the United States currently share the name Leona. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,180,587 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Leona a Common or Rare Name?
Leona is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Leona in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Leona Most Popular?
The name Leona reached peak popularity in 1918, with 3,346 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Leona?
Approximately 152 people named Leona live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 152. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,180,587 Americans.
Is Leona a rare name?
Leona is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,180,587 Americans has this name.
What does the name Leona mean?
The meaning and origin of Leona are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Leona more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Leona are male and 100% are female.
When was Leona most popular?
Leona peaked in 1918 with 3,346 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.