The nameLeyan
Leyan is a name rising fast in France, mostly for boys.
- Boy's name
- Uncertain
Meaning
Its meaning is debated; it is close to Layan, from the Arabic for "gentleness".
Origin
Uncertain, probably Arabic.
History
In France it has risen sharply in the 2020s.
Popularity of the name Leyan
Leyan in France
572ndmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2023peak year (110 births)
710babies named Leyan in France since 1900
Leyan was most popular in France in the 2020s, with 430 births over the decade, 61% of all recorded babies named Leyan. Its rise began around 2011, and it peaked in 2023. Half of all babies named Leyan 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: 81 births a year on average, against 27 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Leyan mean?
Its meaning is debated; it is close to Layan, from the Arabic for "gentleness".
What is the origin of the name Leyan?
Uncertain, probably Arabic.
Is Leyan a girl's or a boy's name?
Leyan is a boy's name.