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Leonardo is a name of ancient European-Italian origin that entered usage among Jewish families primarily during the Renaissance period and in modern times. The name is composed of two ancient Germanic elements: 'Leo' meaning lion, and 'hard' meaning strong, brave, or bold. The full meaning of the name is 'strong lion' or 'brave as a lion,' conveying qualities of courage, bravery, and inner strength. The lion, as a central symbol in many cultures, represents royalty, power, and leadership, and thus the name carries a dimension of strength and impressive presence. In Jewish culture, the name Leonardo began to spread especially among Italian Jews who adopted local names while maintaining their Jewish identity. The lion as a symbol holds a central place in Judaism - it appears as one of the four sacred animal symbols in Kabbalistic tradition and represents the tribe of Judah. The verse 'Judah is a lion's cub' from Genesis emphasizes the lion's connection to leadership and royalty in the people of Israel. Jewish families who chose the name Leonardo for their children sought to connect European local heritage with the deep Jewish symbolism of the lion as a symbol of courage and elevated spiritual status. In modern times, the name Leonardo has gained worldwide popularity thanks to famous figures such as Leonardo da Vinci, the Italian Renaissance genius, and international actors like Leonardo DiCaprio. In Israel, the name is perceived as a sophisticated international name that combines European elegance with symbolic depth. Parents who choose the name Leonardo give their child a name that carries a rich tradition, a connection to art and culture, and an expression of desirable character traits of courage, strength, and leadership. The name is particularly suitable for families seeking a unique name that is not overly common in Israel, yet has a global resonance and profound meaning.

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Genesis 49:9 - Judah is a lion's cub; from the prey, my son, you have gone up. He crouches, he lies down as a lion, and as a lioness; who will rouse him?

In Kabbalah, the lion symbolizes the attribute of Gevurah (strength) and spiritual power. The name Leonardo carries the energy of Tiferet - balance between Chesed and Gevurah, enabling balanced leadership and wisdom. The lion is connected to the Sefirah of Gevurah and represents the ability to face challenges from inner strength.

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Leonardo da Vinci - Renaissance artist and scientist | Leonardo DiCaprio - Oscar-winning actor | Leonardo Bonucci - Italian footballer

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