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Leiland
Pronounced LEE-lənd /ˈli.lənd/High
Meaning: A spelling of Leland — from Old English laege land, 'fallow land; meadow land (left untilled)'; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Leiland is a spelling of Leland — from Old English laege land, 'fallow land; meadow land left untilled' (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern surname-style name; the -ei- styling personalizes it (nickname Lee).
It registers thinly in this spelling. Rare, the-fallow-land at the root, and crisp.
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What does the name Leiland mean?
Leiland spells Leland — Old English 'fallow land; meadow land'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Leiland?
It's said LEE-lənd /ˈli.lənd/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Leiland a boy or girl name?
Leiland is a boy's name.
How popular is Leiland?
Leiland is a very rare spelling in the U.S.; Leland is more common.