Leeloo

The first name Leeloo could possibly be a derivation of the French name Lilou. Additionally, Leeloo is considered a short form of the fictional name Leeloominaï, which metaphorically means 'the gemstone.'

What does the name Leeloo mean?

Leeloo, a girl's name, could be derived from the French name Lilou. Furthermore, Leeloo is seen as a short form of the invented name Leeloominaï, which metaphorically means 'the gemstone.' In the science fiction film 'The Fifth Element' by Luc Besson, released in 1997, Leeloo is the protagonist. In this story, Leeloo is her nickname, while her full name is Leeloominaï, which means 'the gemstones' in her (fictional) mother tongue, the Divine Language. An alternative spelling is Leelou.

Where does the name Leeloo come from?

Leeloo is a feminine first name whose etymology may be Old English and means 'the gemstone.' The Old English components are leah, which means 'the forest,' 'the meadow,' or 'the clearing,' and loo, which stands for 'luck,' 'love,' or 'perfection.' The language is English, and the name is considered invented.

How do you pronounce Leeloo?

The sound and pronunciation of Leeloo: The name Leeloo consists of two syllables and has a bright, gentle sound structure. It is usually pronounced as 'Lee-loo' [ˈliːluː], with the long 'i' sound repeated, giving the name a rhythmic and floating lightness. The second syllable, ending with an open 'u' sound, provides a flowing conclusion. This makes Leeloo appear lively and friendly - soft, light, and with a playful, open aura.

Popularity

In Germany, Leeloo is a rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,539th in the list of the most common female first names. The name achieved its best placement in 2011, when it was in 1,649th place. Over the past ten years, Leeloo has been used as a first name about 40 times, placing it 4,120th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,719th.

Nicknames & pet names

Lee / Lila

Famous people

• Leeloo ('The Fifth Element' (film)