Leonard: Name day
Name day
Leonard's name day is observed on various dates across several nations, demonstrating a wide cultural reach. Celebrations occur on February 27th in Poland, August 16th in Slovakia, and August 25th in the USA. Additional dates include September 28th in Sweden and November 1st in Ukraine. The name is also honored multiple times in November, including the 6th in France, Norway, and Poland, as well as the 26th and 27th specifically in Poland.
Leonard Meaning History and Mood
The name Leonard is derived from powerful Germanic elements signifying "brave lion," reflecting strength and fortitude. Historically, this traditionally masculine name gained popularity throughout medieval Europe and maintained a steady presence in the US naming charts, especially in the early 20th century. Its history roots it firmly in Western and Central European cultures where it remains highly recognizable. The mood of Leonard is perceived as classically strong, intellectual, and dignified, conveying sophistication and earnestness. Globally, it is exclusively classified as a male given name. This enduring popularity speaks to its distinguished and respectable identity.
Name Day List: Leonard
| Country | Day | Month | Names |
 Poland | 27 | February | Aleksander, Anastazja, Auksencjusz, Gabriel, Gabriela, Honoryna, Leander, Leonard, Sierosława |
 Slovakia | 16 | August | Leonard |
 USA | 25 | August | Dorcas, Lanard, Lennie, Lenny, Leonard, Leonardo, Tabatha, Tabitha |
 Sweden | 28 | September | Lennart, Leonard |
 Ukraine | 1 | November | Kuzma, Leonard |
 Norway | 6 | November | Lennart, Leonard |
| Poland | 6 | November | Feliks, Leonard, Trzebowit, Ziemowit |
| Poland | 26 | November | Delfin, Dobiemiest, Jan, Konrad, Konrada, Lechosław, Lechosława, Leonard, Sylwester |
| Poland | 27 | November | Damazy, Dominik, Leonard, Maksymilian, Oda, Stojgniew, Walery, Wirgiliusz |
Name Day List - similar names (Leonard)
| Country | Day | Month | Names |
 Lithuania | 9 | July | Algirdas, Algirde, Leonardas, Veronika |
| Lithuania | 15 | October | Domante, Gailiminas, Leonardas, Terese |
 Croatia | 6 | November | Leonard pust., Vedran, Sever |
 France | 6 | November | Bertille, Léonard |
 Greece | 6 | November | Leonardo |
 Italy | 6 | November | Leonardo di Noblac |
 Latvia | 6 | November | Leo, Leonards, Leonhards, Leons, Linards |
| Lithuania | 6 | November | Asmantas, Leonardas, Vygaude |
 Spain | 6 | November | Leonardo |
| Croatia | 26 | November | Konrad, Leonardo, Dubravko |