Leianna Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlay-AH-nah / /leɪˈɑːnə/English; Hawaiian
Meaning
English: light; Hawaiian: heavenly flower
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Leianna is a modern variation that combines elements from different cultures. In English-speaking contexts, it is often associated with light and brightness. In Hawaiian culture, it reflects the beauty of nature, particularly flowers. The name has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
The name Leianna has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States since the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Leanna
- Liana
International Variants
- Leana (Italian)
- Liana (French)
Famous people named Leianna
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Leianna was first seen in the United States in 1980. Leianna has ranked as high as #1343 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Leianna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Leianna (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 34 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 37 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 29 |
| 2015 | 29 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 43 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 35 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 34 |