Leeanna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Leeanna is a modern English name derived from the combination of 'Lee', which means 'meadow', and 'anna', which means 'grace'. The name has evolved through several forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is viewed as feminine and modern, without significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Leeanna"
Pronunciation
/liˈænə/
Origin
English
Etymology
Leeanna is a modern combination of the name 'Lee' and the suffix '-anna'. 'Lee' has Old English roots meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing', while 'anna' is derived from Hebrew, meaning 'grace'.
Meaning
meadow, grace
Language Evolution
Lee, Leanna, Leah, Anna
Historical Usage
Leeanna gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine given name, likely influenced by the combination of more traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Leanna, Leah, Anna, Lee
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Leeanna is perceived as a modern and feminine name that combines traditional elements with a contemporary feel.
Famous People
Leeanna Walsman, Leeanna Heussler
📊 Leeanna Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Leeanna Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 122 peak births in 1989
Geographic Spread
Popular across 19 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Leeanna"
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 of "Leeanna"
"Leeanna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3475th of 9107 | 123 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3563rd of 9204 | 120 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2894th of 12526 | 305 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2361st of 19264 | 543 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1782nd of 27321 | 1,192 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2360th of 35406 | 1,197 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3737th of 30306 | 492 |
Regional Popularity of "Leeanna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Leeanna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
75.53% 2096th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- |
81.24% 2858th/3518 |
51.26% 2073rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
48.77% 1797th/3685 |
52.20% 2336th/4475 |
39.47% 2050th/5194 |
37.77% 2386th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.40% 2447th/4582 |
40.94% 2114th/5164 |
31.75% 2322nd/7313 |
36.07% 2692nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
54.51% 3719th/6822 |
71.45% 4484th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Leeanna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Leeanna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Leeanna" in the United States
The name Leeanna is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Leeanna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Leeanna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3475th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3563rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2894th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2361st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1782nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2360th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3737th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Leeanna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.