MallowbyNames

Leoda

lee-OH-də · Of uncertain origin; possibly a feminine form of Leo, meaning 'lion'.

Peak popularity
1895
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Leoda since 1895

Babies named Leoda per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1916, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Leoda's real moment was 1895.

81725192019602000Most births 1916Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1890s12
1900s34
1910s146
1920s175
1930s110
1940s46
1950s10
1960s6
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Leoda is a name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1895, the same year it reached its peak usage. Since then, it has remained exceedingly uncommon, with its trajectory described as stable. The name's lineage is uncertain, but it likely emerged as a feminization of Leo, the Latin word for lion, following the naming conventions of the late 1800s. With no top states and limited adoption, Leoda carries the quiet charm of a rare vintage name, appealing to those seeking something truly distinctive.

Leoda is likely a feminine elaboration of the name Leo, which derives from the Latin word for 'lion'. It emerged in the late 19th century, fitting a pattern of feminine names ending in -a. Its use has been rare, with sparse historical records.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Lee, Oda

Sibling names for Leoda

Names that share Leoda's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Leona, Clara, Eva, Ida, Mabel

Brothers: Leo, Otis, Claude, Roy, Earl

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Leoda mean?
Leoda is of uncertain origin. It is often considered a feminine form of Leo, meaning "lion" in Latin.
How popular is the name Leoda?
Leoda is extremely rare. It was first recorded in 1895, peaked in that year, and has seen very limited use since, with no recent ranking in the top 1000.
Is Leoda a boy or girl name?
Leoda is typically used as a girl's name, though its rarity means it has not been strongly gendered.