The nameLeni
Leni is a short name, mostly given to boys in France, especially in the 2000s and 2010s.
- Boy's name
- Twofold
Meaning
In France it is close to Leny and Lenny, forms of Leonard. In German, Leni is a girl's nickname for Helene.
Origin
Twofold, French for boys, German for girls.
History
First found in France in the 1980s, Leni peaked in the late 2000s, notably in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. It is still well used today.
Popularity of the name Leni
Leni in France
Leni was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 1,030 births over the decade, 45% of all recorded babies named Leni. Its rise began around 1998, and it peaked in 2008. Half of all babies named Leni in France were born before 2011, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 55 births a year on average, against 98 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Leni in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Leni mean?
In France it is close to Leny and Lenny, forms of Leonard. In German, Leni is a girl's nickname for Helene.
What is the origin of the name Leni?
Twofold, French for boys, German for girls.
Is Leni a girl's or a boy's name?
Leni is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Leni?
Variants and related names of Leni include Helene.