Leana
Leana is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
To bind, vine, or sun.
Origin and history
Leana is a feminine given name with multiple etymological roots, often regarded as a short form of Liana, Éliane, or names ending in -leana. It can mean 'to bind' via Liana or 'sun' through its connection to Eliana and Helen. The name maintains a modest, steady presence in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
4,968 babies in the United States have been named Leana since 1880. It ranks #2475 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1655.
States where it is most popular
- CA (36.8 %)
- NY (18.8 %)
- TX (15.7 %)
- FL (11.8 %)
- NJ (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 44 |
| 1890-1900 | 57 |
| 1900-1910 | 118 |
| 1910-1920 | 192 |
| 1920-1930 | 194 |
| 1930-1940 | 131 |
| 1940-1950 | 163 |
| 1950-1960 | 235 |
| 1960-1970 | 247 |
| 1970-1980 | 398 |
| 1980-1990 | 514 |
| 1990-2000 | 651 |
| 2000-2010 | 806 |
| 2010-2019 | 772 |
| 2020-2029 | 446 |
Nicknames
Lea, Lia, Ana
Fun facts
- Leana serves as a variant of Liana, a short form of Éliane, or a modern blend of Lee and Anna.
- While never reaching the top 100 in the U.S., Leana has maintained steady usage across multiple decades.