The nameLayane
Layane is a recent name that appeared in France in the 2010s.
- Unisex name
- Uncertain
Meaning
The meaning of Layane is uncertain. It is sometimes linked to the Arabic layyin, "gentle".
Origin
Uncertain.
History
The name has spread in France since the 2010s.
Popularity of the name Layane
Layane in France
Layane was most popular in France in the 2020s, with 1,235 births over the decade, 66% of all recorded babies named Layane. Its rise began around 2013, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Layane in France were born before 2022, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 225 births a year on average, against 92 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Layane mean?
The meaning of Layane is uncertain. It is sometimes linked to the Arabic layyin, "gentle".
What is the origin of the name Layane?
Uncertain.
Is Layane a girl's or a boy's name?
Layane is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.