How Many People Are Named Leonor?

Complete statistics for the name Leonor: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Leonor
Very Rare
Spanish

Leonor, a name of Spanish origin, means 'light', shining bright among the rarest names in America. Only 1 in 85,601 Americans carry this unique moniker, making it very rare indeed. With a peak birth year in 2024, Leonor is gaining popularity, especially among younger parents.

~961
Living in US
1 in 344,900
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Light
🌐
Origin
Spanish
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Radiant Dignified Gracious
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

94,048
Worldwide Bearers
#2,111
Global Rank
🇵🇭 Philippines
20,712
🇵🇹 Portugal
16,225
🇪🇨 Ecuador
15,422
🇻🇪 Venezuela
10,460
🇨🇱 Chile
10,453
🇧🇴 Bolivia
8,767
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
4,238
🇵🇾 Paraguay
3,518
🇺🇾 Uruguay
1,125
🇨🇦 Canada
462

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
5 (0%)
♀ Female
3,850 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 65
1,126
Would be under 30 (18%)
1,589
Would be 30–60 (26%)
3,386
Would be over 60 (55%)

All 6,101 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: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
96
Classic Feel
28
Modern Appeal
82
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Leonor Through the Generations

Leonor's journey through the generations reveals a name that's both timeless and trending. Born in the early 20th century, its usage remained modest until recent years when it saw a surge in popularity, peaking in 2024 with 93 births. Today, people named Leonor span across different age groups, but a majority, 55%, are over 60, giving the name a slightly older demographic skew. This blend of historical roots and modern appeal makes Leonor a name to watch.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 2,614
California 1,154
New York 265
Arizona 98
New Mexico 75
Florida 68
Illinois 47
Washington 5

✨ Similar Names to Leonor

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Leonor's Spanish roots

📄 About the Name Leonor

How Many People Have the Name Leonor?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 961 people in the United States currently share the name Leonor. That works out to roughly 1 in every 344,900 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Leonor a Common or Rare Name?

Leonor 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.

What Does the Name Leonor Mean?

Leonor means "light" and comes from Spanish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Leonor in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Leonor Most Popular?

The name Leonor reached peak popularity in 2024, with 93 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 Leonor?

Approximately 961 people named Leonor live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 961. That works out to roughly 1 in 344,900 Americans.

Is Leonor a rare name?

Leonor is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 344,900 Americans has this name.

What does the name Leonor mean?

Leonor means "light" and comes from Spanish origins.

Is Leonor more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Leonor are male and 100% are female.

When was Leonor most popular?

Leonor peaked in 2024 with 93 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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US961
All-Time Births961
1 in X1 in 344,900
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age65
Peak Year2024
World Rank#2,111
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.