Lian Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-ahn / liːˈɑːnChinese; English
Meaning
Chinese: graceful; English: variant of Ian
Historical & Cultural Background
Lian is a name of Chinese origin, often associated with grace and beauty. In Chinese culture, names are significant and often reflect desirable qualities. The name has also gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a variant of Ian, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.'
Trend Summary
Lian has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lian
- Lynn
International Variants
- Lian (Chinese)
- Ian (Scottish)
- Lian (English)
Famous people named Lian
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lian was first seen in the United States in 1984. Lian has ranked as high as #808 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Lian has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lian (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 96 | |
| CA | 75 | |
| NY | 48 | |
| FL | 48 | |
| NC | 27 | |
| GA | 23 | |
| MA | 22 | |
| TN | 19 | |
| IL | 18 | |
| PA | 17 | |
| MD | 16 | |
| IN | 14 | |
| AZ | 13 | |
| VA | 10 | |
| LA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 43 |
| 2010 | 57 |
| 2011 | 71 |
| 2012 | 79 |
| 2013 | 110 |
| 2014 | 119 |
| 2015 | 165 |
| 2016 | 196 |
| 2017 | 194 |
| 2018 | 209 |
| 2019 | 273 |
| 2020 | 293 |
| 2021 | 345 |
| 2022 | 392 |
| 2023 | 492 |
| 2024 | 594 |