Holding steady.
Popularity of Leaman since 1912
Babies named Leaman per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 39 |
| 1920s | 34 |
| 1930s | 35 |
| 1940s | 22 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Leaman is a rare masculine name of uncertain origin, most likely derived from the German surname Lehman. Its use in the United States was concentrated in the early 20th century, with the first recorded instance in 1912 and a peak in 1916, the year it saw its highest usage. Despite its obscure status, the name has a stable trajectory in recent decades, though it is exceedingly uncommon today. The similarity to the more familiar surname Lehman may have contributed to its modest appeal in the 1910s, but it never achieved widespread popularity.
Leaman is a rare given name that likely derives from the German surname Lehman, which in turn comes from Middle High German 'lehenman' meaning 'vassal' or 'liege man'. The name has also been suggested as a variant of the Old English 'leofman' meaning 'dear one', but this connection is uncertain. It saw modest use in the United States in the early 20th century, particularly in the 1910s, with a peak in 1916. Its use has since declined sharply.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lee
Sibling names for Leaman
Names that share Leaman's style, for a brother or sister.
