US Popularity:4369
Origin:Greek
Other Origin(s):Hebrew, Romanian
Meaning:Brilliant, shining light, the bright one; Weary
Leana is a girl’s name of Greek origin. It comes from the name Helen, which means “brilliant,” “shining light,” or “the bright one.” Despite its Estonian and Hebrew meaning of “weary,” Leana can still remind baby that no cloud in the sky could stop their light from illuminating the darkest moments. It also serves as a fashionable alternative to names like Lea, Liana, or the Romanian Ileana.

Leana Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Leana is currently #2135 on The Bump
Girl:Leana is currently #1496 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Leana is currently #4369 in U.S. births
Girl:Leana is currently #2444 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2444
in 2023
+ 35
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Name Doctor, Leana

  • Behind the Name, Leana (1), July 2020

  • Behind the Name, Lea, June 2023

  • Behind the Name, Leah, January 2022

  • Behind the Name, Leana (2), January 2016

  • Behind the Name, Leana (3), July 2020

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