Leonie as a name
Leonie is a female given name of French and German origin. It is derived from the Latin name “Leo”, which means “lion”. The name is sometimes spelled Leoni or Léonie.
In French, Leonie is pronounced “leh-o-nee”, while in German, it is pronounced “leh-oh-nee”. The name has become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly in France and Germany, as well as in other countries such as the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Austria.
Famous people with the name Leonie include the German actress Leonie Benesch, the French composer Leonie Sonning, and the Australian fashion designer Leonie Barlow.
