Meaning of Lioba

Pronunciation: Lioba is pronounced lee-OH-bah

About the Name Lioba

Lioba is a girl name with roots in Germanic and Anglo-saxon culture. From the Germanic 'liob, leof' (dear, beloved) - borne by Saint Lioba, an 8th-century Anglo-Saxon abbess in Germany.

The numerology number for Lioba is 5, reflecting the personality traits and characteristics associated with this name.

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Origin / Religiongermanic, anglo-saxon
Gendergirl
StyleClassic
PopularityUncommon name in Israel (2025)

Details

Origin : germanic, anglo-saxon

Gender : girl

Numerology : 5

Syllables : 3

Last updated 9 November 2026 · How we research names · Report a mistake

Etymology of Lioba

From the Germanic element 'liob', Old English 'leof', meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'. Saint Lioba (also Leoba) made the name known. She was an 8th-century English nun who joined Saint Boniface's mission in Germany, and the name is still used in Catholic parts of Germany.

Variants and related forms of Lioba

Notable people named Lioba

  • Saint Lioba: Anglo-Saxon nun, abbess of Tauberbischofsheim in Germany and a kinswoman of Saint Boniface.

Personality and Numerology of Lioba

In numerology, the name Lioba reduces to the number 5, which is most often linked to freedom, adventure, adaptability. A person carrying this vibration is often restless in the best way - curious about people and places, quick to learn, and energised by change rather than threatened by it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the meaning of the name Lioba?
From the Germanic 'liob, leof' (dear, beloved) - borne by Saint Lioba, an 8th-century Anglo-Saxon abbess in Germany.
What is the origin of the name Lioba?
From the Germanic element 'liob', Old English 'leof', meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'. Saint Lioba (also Leoba) made the name known. She was an 8th-century English nun who joined Saint Boniface's mission in Germany, and the name is still used in Catholic parts of Germany.
How do you pronounce Lioba?
Lioba is pronounced lee-OH-bah.
Is Lioba a boy or girl name?
Lioba is a girl name.
What is the numerology number of Lioba?
The numerology number for the name Lioba is 5. Numerology associates this number with specific personality traits and a distinct life path.

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