Leandra as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Leandra

What is the meaning of the name Leandra ?

The baby name Leandra is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced LEE-AN-druh (English: /liˈændrə/); leh-AHN-dra (Spanish/Italian: /leˈandra/).

Leandra is Greek, Portuguese, Spanish in Origin.

Leandra is the feminine counterpart of the Greek name Leander (Leandros), built from leon “lion” and anēr/andros “man; warrior.” As a feminine adaptation, it conveys meanings such as “lion-woman,” “lion-hearted,” or “strong as a lion.” Through the classical legend of Hero and Leander, the root name carries associations of steadfast devotion and bravery.

The feminine form gained traction where classical names were Latinized and feminized, especially in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese usage, then entered English during the 18th–19th century classical revival. Today it is familiar yet uncommon across Europe and the Americas. Standard form: Leandra (Spanish/Portuguese/Italian/English/German). Related masculine cognates include Leander (English/German/Scandinavian), Leandro (Spanish/Portuguese/Italian), and Léandre (French). Rarer feminine variants and elaborations include Liandra and Leandria. Short forms and nicknames: Lea, Léa, Andra, and sometimes Lele. Core connotations emphasize courage, leadership, and leonine strength.