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Leiana

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Pronounced LAYAN-a /ˈleɪæn.æ/Low

Meaning: Modern blend built on Hawaiian lei 'garland, flower wreath' with an -ana ending; no fixed traditional meaning.Low

In 30 seconds: Leiana is a modern blend built on the Hawaiian word lei, meaning a garland or flower wreath, finished with an -ana ending. It has no fixed traditional meaning beyond that lei element.
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Origin LowModern (Hawaiian elements)
MeaningModern blend built on Hawaiian lei 'garland, flower wreath' with an -ana ending; no fixed traditional meaning.
U.S. rank (2025)#3013 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births55 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,218

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419772025

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

The name takes the well-loved Hawaiian lei and softens it into a longer given name with an added -ana close. Because the blend is contemporary, it does not carry a set traditional meaning, but the lei root keeps it tied to garlands and flowers. It is the kind of name created for sound and association rather than handed down.

The flowing four-syllable shape gives Leiana an airy, tropical feel. With no listed variations, it stands on its own as a fairly recent coinage.

Did you know? Leiana is a modern blend that draws on the Hawaiian word lei, meaning 'garland' or 'flower wreath,' paired with an -ana ending, though it has no single fixed traditional meaning.
Overall data confidence 55%
Behind the Name - Leiana — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSVEtymology — Leiana — meaning/etymology

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If you like Leiana…

Leilani— another Hawaiian-rooted name built on the same lei element
Liana— shares Leiana's soft -ana ending and gentle rhythm
Leia— echoes the lei sound at the start of Leiana
Kalani— a Hawaiian name with a similar flowing, vowel-rich feel

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Leiana mean?

Leiana is a modern blend built on the Hawaiian word 'lei,' meaning 'garland' or 'flower wreath,' with an -ana ending. It has no single fixed traditional meaning.

How do you pronounce Leiana?

It's commonly said LAYAN-a /ˈleɪæn.æ/.

Is Leiana a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Leiana is used as a girl name.

How popular is Leiana?

In 2024, Leiana ranked #2568 in the U.S. for girls, with 69 births recorded.

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