Leonardo (given name) facts for kids
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| Pronunciation | Italian: [leoˈnardo] |
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| Gender | Male |
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| Word/name | Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Meaning | strong as a lion |
Leonardo is a popular boy's name that comes from Italy, Spain, and Portugal. It's like the name Leonard in English, German, and Dutch. The name Leonardo means "strong as a lion". Many famous people throughout history and today share this name, from brilliant artists to amazing athletes and even fictional heroes!
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Famous People Named Leonardo
Many well-known people have the name Leonardo. Here are some of them:
Artists and Actors
- Leonardo da Vinci (1452–1519): One of the most famous Leonardos ever! He was an amazing Italian Renaissance artist, inventor, scientist, and engineer. He painted the famous Mona Lisa and The Last Supper.
- Leonardo DiCaprio (born 1974): A very popular American actor. He has starred in many movies, like Titanic and Inception.
Athletes
- Leonardo Araújo (born 1969): Often known just as Leonardo, he is a Brazilian footballer who won the World Cup. He also worked as a director for a big football club, Paris Saint-Germain.
- Leonardo Fioravanti (born 1997): An Italian professional surfer who competes in big surfing events around the world.
- Leonardo Bonucci (born 1987): A famous Italian footballer who plays as a defender for top teams.
Other Important People
- Leonardo Fibonacci (c. 1170 – c. 1250): An important Italian mathematician. He is best known for introducing the Fibonacci sequence to Europe, which is a pattern of numbers found often in nature.
Fictional Characters Named Leonardo
The name Leonardo is also used for many characters in books, TV shows, and movies:
- Leonardo: He is the leader of the four Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. He wears a blue mask and uses two katanas. He is known for being brave and disciplined.
TV Shows About Leonardo
- Leonardo: This was a British TV show that showed the life of Leonardo da Vinci when he was a teenager. It was a fun way to learn about his early years.
- Leonardo: This is an Italian historical drama series that tells the story of Leonardo da Vinci's life and his amazing work.
Companies Named Leonardo
- Leonardo S.p.A.: This is a large Italian company that works in aerospace, defense, and security. They make things like helicopters, airplanes, and defense systems.
Images for kids
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A robot, symbolizing the inventions of Leonardo da Vinci.
See also
In Spanish: Leonardo (nombre) para niños
- Lenny (disambiguation)
- Leonard (disambiguation)
- Leo (disambiguation)
- Leon (disambiguation)
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