Names That Mean Lion

Sounding like a cross between Nancy and Natalie, Nantale might have potential as same-but-different African-to-American crossover.

The ancient Leontios, the name of several early saints and a Byzantine empire, may rise again with the pride of lion names so fashionable in Europe, from Leo to Leon to Leonie. The Latinized version is Leontius.

When considering the playground years, might be too close to gory.

Saint Endelienta is the woman whose name became Endellion, of David Cameron fame. Endelienta was the daughter of a king and reputed to be the god-daughter of King Arthur. Her feast day is 29 April, making this name an interesting choice for a daughter born on that day.

Fierce choice from the Oromo culture of Ethiopia.

Name your daughter after "The Apprentice" hellion at your own peril.