Leontyne Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Leontyne Name at a Glance

Name	Leontyne
Meaning	Feminine of Leon. Shining light. Opera star Leontyne Price.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Leontyne Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Leontyne means “Feminine of Leon. Shining light. Opera star Leontyne Price”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Leontyne Name Origin

Our database records Leontyne under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Leontyne a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Leontyne is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Leontyne

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