Liyana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlee-YAH-nah / /liˈjɑːnə/Arabic; Malay
Meaning
Arabic: soft; delicate; Malay: beautiful
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, the name Liyana signifies softness and delicacy, often associated with gentle qualities. In Malay tradition, it is linked to beauty, reflecting the appreciation of aesthetic qualities in names.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Liyana
- Liyanaah
International Variants
- Liana (French)
- Liyanna (Indonesian)
Famous people named Liyana
Liyana Jasmay — Malaysian actress.
Liyana Fizi — Malaysian singer-songwriter.
Fictional characters named Liyana
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Liyana was first seen in the United States in 1994. Liyana has ranked as high as #1213 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Illinois, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Liyana has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Liyana (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 20 | |
| TX | 16 | |
| CA | 11 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| IL | 10 | |
| NJ | 8 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| AZ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 32 |
| 2010 | 34 |
| 2011 | 38 |
| 2012 | 57 |
| 2013 | 63 |
| 2014 | 65 |
| 2015 | 75 |
| 2016 | 79 |
| 2017 | 86 |
| 2018 | 87 |
| 2019 | 98 |
| 2020 | 117 |
| 2021 | 123 |
| 2022 | 139 |
| 2023 | 124 |
| 2024 | 147 |