Lionel
A French diminutive of Léon, derived from Latin leo meaning lion.
Meaning and origin
Lionel originated as a French diminutive of Léon, conveying the lion symbolism in a friendlier form.
How to pronounce Lionel
| French (France) | lee-o-nell /li.o.nɛl/ |
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