Legna

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Pronounced LEG-nah /ˈlɛɡ.nɑ/Medium

Meaning: A modern Hispanic (esp. Cuban) name, formed by reversing the word Angel (from the Greek angelos, 'a messenger'); routes uncertainLow

In 30 seconds: A modern name; 'Angel' reversed: Legna. Crisp, modern, and warm (said 'LEG-nah'). Routes uncertain.

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Origin LowAmerican, Spanish

MeaningA modern Hispanic (esp. Cuban) name, formed by reversing the word Angel (from the Greek angelos, 'a messenger'); routes uncertain

U.S. rank (2024)#9925 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births10 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2010

Total births (all-time)≈ 138

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Legna is a modern Hispanic (especially Cuban) name, formed by reversing the word Angel (from the Greek angelos, 'a messenger'; routes uncertain, which we note). A crisp, modern name (said 'LEG-nah').

In the U.S. it appears in Cuban and Hispanic families. Rare, 'Angel'-reversed at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Legna is a modern Hispanic name, formed by reversing the word Angel — a crisp, distinctive name (the routes are uncertain, which we note; said 'LEG-nah').

Overall data confidence 24%

References — Legna — Hispanic coinage; routes uncertain

Variations

LegnahLegny

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Legna mean?

Legna is a modern Hispanic name, formed by reversing the word Angel; the routes are uncertain.

How do you pronounce Legna?

It's said LEG-nah /ˈlɛɡ.nɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Legna a boy or girl name?

Legna is a girl's name.

How popular is Legna?

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