Girl · 1782nd of 27,321
Leeanna
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
3,977
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1989
Peak Popularity Year
122
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Leeanna 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
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 Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
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
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
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
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 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |