Leilana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlay-LAH-nah / /leɪˈlɑːnə/Hawaiian; Arabic
Meaning
heavenly flower (Hawaiian); night (Arabic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, Leilana combines 'lei' meaning flower and 'lana' meaning heavenly, reflecting the importance of nature and beauty in Hawaiian traditions. The Arabic origin relates to 'lail' meaning night, often associated with beauty and mystery. Both cultures celebrate the name for its poetic and serene qualities.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Leilana
- Lailana
International Variants
- Leila (Arabic)
- Lana (Slavic)
Famous people named Leilana
Leilana K. — artist.
Fictional characters named Leilana
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Leilana was first seen in the United States in 1989. Leilana has ranked as high as #1313 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, Florida, Texas, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Leilana has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Leilana (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 27 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 34 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 41 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 43 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 27 |