Leonardo Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Leonardo Name at a Glance

Name	Leonardo
Meaning	'The Merchant of Venice' Servant to Bassanio.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Leonardo Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Leonardo means “'The Merchant of Venice' Servant to Bassanio”. 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.

Leonardo Name Origin

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

Is Leonardo a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Leonardo

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