Layna Girl

Popularity: #855 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationLAY-nah / ˈleɪ.nə

English; Hebrew

Meaning

English: 'light'; Hebrew: 'delicate'

Historical & Cultural Background

Layna is a modern name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a variant of the name Elena or a diminutive of names like Layne. The name has also been associated with Hebrew roots, where it conveys a sense of delicacy and beauty. Its usage has been influenced by contemporary naming trends that favor softer, melodic names.

Trend Summary

Layna has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.

Similar Names

LayneLanaLinaLeilaElenaMinaRainaSelena

Variants

  • Laina
  • Leina

International Variants

  • Leina (German)
  • Lena (Slavic)

Famous people named Layna

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Fictional characters named Layna

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Sibling Suggestions

LilaMayaNinaTessaZara

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Layna was first seen in the United States in 1947. Layna has ranked as high as #1252 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, Florida, Pennsylvania, and California. In the past 5 years the name Layna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Layna (2024)

StateBirthsShare
OH 7
30%
PA 6
26%
FL 5
22%
IL 5
22%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19475
19546
195510
19566
19576
19588
195910
19639
196421
196518
196612
196712
196811
196911
19709
197112
197218
19737
197412
19759
197610
19775
197816
19798
198014
198120
198217
19839
198419
198517
198613
198713
198817
198928
199017
199114
199225
199318
199425
199522
199629
199731
199814
199933
200041
200137
200240
200361
200464
200569
2006109
200787
2008106
2009131
2010135
2011112
2012127
2013129
2014143
2015109
2016118
2017122
2018117
2019117
2020107
202194
2022107
202393
202495