Leonard Renz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Leonard Renz — brave lion
279K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Leonard Renz is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Leonard is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Leonard is a common English surname and a masculine given name. The given name and surname originate from the Old High German Leonhard containing the prefix levon ("lion") from the Greek Λέων ("lion") through the Latin Leo, and the suffix hardu ("brave" or "hardy"). The name has come to mean "lion strength", "lion-strong", or "lion-hearted". Leonard was the name of a Saint in the Middle Ages period, known as the patron saint of prisoners. The surname Renz: Renz is a German-language surname. Andreas Renz (born 1977), German ice hockey player Bettina Renz, German political scientist Ernst Renz (1815–1892), German circus proprietor Martina Ertl-Renz (born 1973), German alpine skier Sigi Renz (1938–2025), German racing cyclist Thomas Maria Renz (born 1957), German theologian Torsten Renz (born 1964), German politician Circus Renz, historical circus in Germany Circus Herman Renz, the largest circus of the Netherlands Leonard is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 279K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Leonard reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Leonard

Meaning: brave lion

Latin

Leonard is a common English surname and a masculine given name. The given name and surname originate from the Old High German Leonhard containing the prefix levon ("lion") from the Greek Λέων ("lion") through the Latin Leo, and the suffix hardu ("brave" or "hardy"). The name has come to mean "lion strength", "lion-strong", or "lion-hearted". Leonard was the name of a Saint in the Middle Ages period, known as the patron saint of prisoners.

Surname: Renz

English

Renz is a German-language surname. Andreas Renz (born 1977), German ice hockey player Bettina Renz, German political scientist Ernst Renz (1815–1892), German circus proprietor Martina Ertl-Renz (born 1973), German alpine skier Sigi Renz (1938–2025), German racing cyclist Thomas Maria Renz (born 1957), German theologian Torsten Renz (born 1964), German politician Circus Renz, historical circus in Germany Circus Herman Renz, the largest circus of the Netherlands

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Leonard is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Leonard by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Leonard Renz

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Leonard Renz:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Leonard?
The first name Leonard originates from Latin. Leonard is a common English surname and a masculine given name. The given name and surname originate from the Old High German Leonhard containing the prefix levon ("lion") from the Greek Λέων ("lion") through the Latin Leo, and the suffix hardu ("brave" or "hardy"). The name has come to mean "lion strength", "lion-strong", or "lion-hearted". Leonard was the name of a Saint in the Middle Ages period, known as the patron saint of prisoners.
When was Leonard most popular?
The name Leonard reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Renz?
The surname Renz originates from English. Renz is a German-language surname. Andreas Renz (born 1977), German ice hockey player Bettina Renz, German political scientist Ernst Renz (1815–1892), German circus proprietor Martina Ertl-Renz (born 1973), German alpine skier Sigi Renz (1938–2025), German racing cyclist Thomas Maria Renz (born 1957), German theologian Torsten Renz (born 1964), German politician Circus Renz, historical circus in Germany Circus Herman Renz, the largest circus of the Netherlands
What are the origins of the name Leonard Renz?
The name Leonard Renz combines two different traditions: the first name Leonard has Latin roots, while the surname Renz originates from English.
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