Origin:
Arthurian Legend
English
French
Latin
Sex:Male
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:Young lion. Diminutive of Leon. One of the knights of King Arthur’s Round Table. Famous Bearers: American actor Lionel Barrymore (1878-1954) and British actor Lionel Jeffries (born 1926).
Soul Urge:People with the name Lionel have a deep inner desire for love and companionship, and want to work with others to achieve peace and harmony.
Expression:People with the name Lionel tend to be orderly and dedicated to building their lives on a solid foundation of order and service. They value truth, justice, and discipline, and may be quick-tempered with those who do not. Their practical nature makes them good at managing and saving money, and at building things in the material world. Because of their focus on order and practicality, they may seem overly cautious and conservative at times.