Leiland
Leiland is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Fallow land, untilled land, or meadowland.
Origin and history
Leiland is a spelling variant of Leland, an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'fallow land' or 'untilled land'. It has been historically used as a masculine given name in the United States, offering a slightly modernized spelling to the traditional classic. While relatively uncommon, it maintains steady usage among modern parents.
Popularity in the United States
632 babies in the United States have been named Leiland since 1880. It ranks #4044 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1799.
States where it is most popular
- GA (19 %)
- TX (17.5 %)
- CA (15.9 %)
- OH (15.9 %)
- FL (12.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 128 |
| 2010-2019 | 376 |
| 2020-2029 | 128 |
Nicknames
Lee, Lei
Fun facts
- Leiland is an modern alternative spelling of Leland, which originated as an English habitational surname.
- While historically rare, over 100 boys were named Leiland in the U.S. between 2020 and 2025.