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Leonel

"little lion"

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lehΒ·oΒ·NEL

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Where it comes from

Old French Lionel, diminutive of lion (from Latin leo)

What Leonel means

Leonel is a boy name of French origin meaning "little lion". It comes from Old French Lionel, diminutive of lion (from Latin leo). It is pronounced leh-o-NEL.

Leonel Manzano, Olympic runner. Boosted by Lionel Messi.

Spellings and variants: Lionel.

Popularity: a common name in Mexico.

Related meanings: animal, strength.

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Leonel means little lion

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