Lean

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Lean Pronunciation

Lean is pronounced lee-AHN /liˈɑn/Medium

Meaning: A modern coined name, variously a short form of Leandro ('lion-man', Greek) and an echo of Sean; used for both sexes; here for boys; the route is uncertain, so we flag itLow

In 30 seconds: A modern name: Lean echoes Leandro and Sean. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for boys; said 'lee-AHN').

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Origin LowAmerican, Spanish

MeaningA modern coined name, variously a short form of Leandro ('lion-man', Greek) and an echo of Sean; used for both sexes; here for boys; the route is uncertain, so we flag it

U.S. rank (2024)#6321 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births14 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2014

Total births (all-time)≈ 205

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Lean is a modern coined name — variously a short form of Leandro, Greek 'lion-man', and an echo of Sean (the route is uncertain, which we flag honestly). A crisp, modern name across Hispanic families, used for both sexes, here for boys (slug distinguished; said 'lee-AHN').

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-lion-man-or-an-echo at the (uncertain) root, and crisp.

Did you know? Lean is variously a short form of Leandro ('lion-man', Greek) and an echo of Sean — a crisp, modern name, used for both sexes (here for boys; the route is uncertain, which we flag; said 'lee-AHN').

Overall data confidence 35%

U.S. Social Security Administration name files — route uncertain

Variations

LeandroLianLeon

Themes & Styles

Uncertain American Coinage Spanish

If you like Lean…

Leandro— a name it shortens

Lian— a sound-neighbor short boys' name

Leon— a fellow Leo-root boys' name

Sean— a name it echoes

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Lean?

Lean is pronounced lee-AHN (/liˈɑn/). Press play above to hear Lean said aloud.

How do you say Lean?

Lean is said lee-AHN (/liˈɑn/). Press play above to hear Lean said aloud.

What does the name Lean mean?

Lean is variously a short form of Leandro ('lion-man') and an echo of Sean; the route is uncertain, so we flag it.

Is Lean a boy or girl name?

Lean is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Lean?

Lean is a very rare name in the U.S.