|
Leo (given Name)
Leo is a given name in several languages. In European languages it is usually a masculine given name and it comes from the Latin word '' leo'' which in turns comes from the Greek word λέων meaning " lion". It can also refer to the name Leonard or Leopold. In Japanese, Leo or Reo (怜央) is usually a masculine given name. The name can refer to: People Religious figures * Leo of Constantinople (fl. 1134–1143), Patriarch of Constantinople * Leo Rajendram Antony (1927–2012), 4th Bishop of Trincomalee * Leo Baeck (1873–1956), German rabbi, scholar, and theologian * Leo Zhedenov (1883–1959), member of the Russian apostolate * Leo Baeck (1873–1956), German rabbi, scholar, and theologian * Pope Leo (other), 13 popes * List of saints named Leo Rulers * Emperor Leo (other), six Byzantine emperors * King Leo (other), various kings and monarchs with the ruling name Leo * Leo I, Prince of Armenia (died 1140) Scientists * Leo Kadanoff (born 1 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Given Name
A given name (also known as a forename or first name) is the part of a personal name quoted in that identifies a person, potentially with a middle name as well, and differentiates that person from the other members of a group (typically a family or clan) who have a common surname. The term ''given name'' refers to a name usually bestowed at or close to the time of birth, usually by the parents of the newborn. A ''Christian name'' is the first name which is given at baptism, in Christian custom. In informal situations, given names are often used in a familiar and friendly manner. In more formal situations, a person's surname is more commonly used. The idioms 'on a first-name basis' and 'being on first-name terms' refer to the familiarity inherent in addressing someone by their given name. By contrast, a surname (also known as a family name, last name, or ''gentile name, gentile'' name) is normally inherited and shared with other members of one's immediate family. Regnal names ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
