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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LEE-ann //ˈliː.æn//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: 'God is gracious'; Hebrew: 'delicate'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Leann is of English origin, derived from the combination of the name Lee and the suffix -ann. The name Lee has roots in Old English, where it originally meant "meadow" or "clearing," coming from the word "leah." The suffix -ann is a variant of the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor," which was adopted into English through the Latin form Anna.
This blending of names reflects a common practice in English naming conventions, where elements from different linguistic backgrounds are combined to create new names. Historically, the name Leann can be traced back to the 20th century, when it emerged as a feminine form in the English-speaking world.
The use of -ann as a suffix gained popularity during the 19th century, influenced by the widespread use of names like Mary Ann and Anna. The name Leann, while not found in ancient texts, resonates with the cultural significance of names that evoke nature and grace, reflecting a broader trend in naming practices that emphasize positive attributes.
Culturally, names like Leann often carry connotations of beauty and tranquility, drawing on the imagery associated with meadows and the gracefulness implied by the name's components. The name's melodic quality and simplicity have contributed to its appeal, making it a choice for many parents seeking a name that embodies both strength and femininity.
Related forms such as Leanne or Leana also exist, showcasing the versatility and adaptability of the name within various cultural contexts.
Famous people named Leann
In this section, you will find notable people named Leann. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Leann who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Leann who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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LeAnn Rimes is a singer and songwriter best known for Blue, How Do I Live, and Can't Fight the Moonlight.
Leann Tweeden is a model and television personality best known for her work on Fox Sports and as a host on The Best Damn Sports Show Period.
Sibling suggestions
If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Leann, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.
Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Leann. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Leann was first seen in the United States in 1925.
Leann has ranked as high as #648 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Leann has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Leann is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Leann was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Leann (2023)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Leann.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 40 |
| 2023 | 29 |
| 2022 | 41 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2020 | 55 |
| 2019 | 62 |
| 2018 | 52 |
| 2017 | 53 |
| 2016 | 68 |
| 2015 | 81 |
| 2014 | 105 |
| 2013 | 105 |
| 2012 | 120 |
| 2011 | 122 |
| 2010 | 121 |
| 2009 | 133 |
| 2008 | 149 |
| 2007 | 145 |
| 2006 | 168 |
| 2005 | 164 |
| 2004 | 162 |
| 2003 | 187 |
| 2002 | 184 |
| 2001 | 210 |
| 2000 | 217 |
| 1999 | 258 |
| 1998 | 381 |
| 1997 | 315 |
| 1996 | 189 |
| 1995 | 168 |
| 1994 | 193 |
| 1993 | 203 |
| 1992 | 247 |
| 1991 | 260 |
| 1990 | 306 |
| 1989 | 348 |
| 1988 | 428 |
| 1987 | 401 |
| 1986 | 394 |
| 1985 | 440 |
| 1984 | 435 |
| 1983 | 440 |
| 1982 | 506 |
| 1981 | 446 |
| 1980 | 484 |
| 1979 | 482 |
| 1978 | 321 |
| 1977 | 359 |
| 1976 | 346 |
| 1975 | 354 |
| 1974 | 356 |
| 1973 | 397 |
| 1972 | 413 |
| 1971 | 532 |
| 1970 | 580 |
| 1969 | 636 |
| 1968 | 620 |
| 1967 | 600 |
| 1966 | 635 |
| 1965 | 617 |
| 1964 | 607 |
| 1963 | 636 |
| 1962 | 577 |
| 1961 | 549 |
| 1960 | 580 |
| 1959 | 502 |
| 1958 | 471 |
| 1957 | 522 |
| 1956 | 424 |
| 1955 | 375 |
| 1954 | 299 |
| 1953 | 271 |
| 1952 | 198 |
| 1951 | 193 |
| 1950 | 156 |
| 1949 | 153 |
| 1948 | 118 |
| 1947 | 114 |
| 1946 | 91 |
| 1945 | 65 |
| 1944 | 65 |
| 1943 | 61 |
| 1942 | 60 |
| 1941 | 55 |
| 1940 | 35 |
| 1939 | 47 |
| 1938 | 30 |
| 1937 | 25 |
| 1936 | 31 |
| 1935 | 23 |
| 1934 | 26 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |