Girl · 529th of 27,321
Leanna
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
25,635
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1990
Peak Popularity Year
675
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Leanna stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Leanna is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'delicate' or 'weary'. It has evolved from the name Leya through various forms. The name is associated with traits of gentleness and femininity. It does not have a biblical background. Leanna gained popularity in the late 20th century and is perceived positively in modern contexts.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/liˈænə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Leanna is derived from the Hebrew name 'Leya', which means 'delicate' or 'weary'. It can also be related to the Latin word 'leana' meaning 'young girl'.
Meaning
delicate, weary, young girl
Language Evolution
Leya, Leanna, Leana
Historical Usage
Leanna gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of the name Leah, and has become more common in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Leana, Leah, Liana
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Leanna is perceived as a gentle and feminine name, often associated with kindness and grace.
Famous People
Leanna Creel, an American actress and producer, Leanna Hart, an American author
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 675 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 44 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 19 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1083rd of 9107 | 823 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 922nd of 9204 | 1,148 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 846th of 12526 | 2,649 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 699th of 19264 | 3,557 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 529th of 27321 | 6,948 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 700th of 35406 | 6,280 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 820th of 30306 | 3,983 |