Leander

Nice, though I wouldn't use it. Cool.

So handsome, man….

Beautiful, romantic and reminiscent. In fact, I think few boy names are romantic. Not as overused as Alexander, more familiar than Lysander. But I just can't find a nickname I like. I greatly dislike Andy for reasons I don't know.

I used to work at a daycare and there was a little boy there named Leander. He loved hugs and would draw pictures for me. He was the sweetest little thing. He had a friend who could not pronounce his name and would call him "Lander", which always made my co-workers and I laugh. He is the only Leander I have ever known and that's why I like this name. He will always hold a special place in my heart.

I was named Leander, after the Greek legend. I am really glad that I can use this name, because for me it sounds so powerful and good. Leander means lion man too, btw. But sometimes it's a pain because 97% of people haven't heard this name before and I need to say it 3-4 times when I meet someone :')

Great name! This name is also used in Belgium.

Great! It's popular in Norway, and it's way better than the similar looking Leonard (which I recently discovered is NOT pronounced lee-O-nahrd). In addition, it carries mythological associations! Fantastic! Plus I like oleanders, which are unfortunately poisonous. Haha, great name!

Cool. Awesome meaning as well.

Anonymous personage commenting that this name isn't suitable for children: if not for children, who else will take it? Some names may seem odd on a four-year-old, but it's better than having a kiddie name when you're forty.

Beautiful handsome name that sounds noble and sexy at the same time. It was quite popular in the late 19th century - maybe it's time for a revival?

Wow, it even has a sort of feline sound. A bit too yowly for my tastes. Oleander just sounds so much more mysterious.

I like it a lot; it's an incredibly strong name for a boy, and it's not at all common in the US, where I live. I can imagine that it's a really great name for a boy to grow up with. I also like the nickname Lee for it.

This is one of my favorite boys' names. I really like the nickname Lee. I love the meaning, and the mythological story. It's not at all common here in America and so lovely.

Generally I don't think Mythology names should be used much for children, but this is one of the few Mythology names that I think would still be alright for to name your child these days. It just works so nicely. It has such nice pronunciation and spelling.

I think this sounds more like a girl's name. I created a character (girl) named Leander, and her nickname is Linder.