The nameLeane
Leane is a modern French name, close to Léa and Léanne.
- Girl's name
- Modern French
Meaning
Leane is usually read as a blend of Léa and Anne.
Origin
Modern French.
History
In England and Wales Leane reached 2746th place in 2000.
Popularity of the name Leane
Leane in the United States
Leane was most popular in the United States in the 1960s, with 161 births over the decade, 31% of all recorded babies named Leane. Its rise began around 1937, and it peaked in 1964. Half of all babies named Leane in the United States were born before 1970, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Leane in France
Leane was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 9,485 births over the decade, 50% of all recorded babies named Leane. Its rise began around 1999, and it peaked in 2007. Half of all babies named Leane in France were born before 2009, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 220 births a year on average, against 473 in the five years before.
Leane in Switzerland
Variants and related names
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Leane mean?
Leane is usually read as a blend of Léa and Anne.
What is the origin of the name Leane?
Modern French.
Is Leane a girl's or a boy's name?
Leane is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Leane?
Variants and related names of Leane include Lea.