Holding steady.
Popularity of Leeman since 1913
Babies named Leeman per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 68 |
| 1920s | 118 |
| 1930s | 85 |
| 1940s | 58 |
| 1950s | 25 |
| 1960s | 11 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Leeman is an exceedingly rare given name in the United States, with recorded usage dating back to at least 1913. Its peak year was 1919, but even then it never ranked among the top 1,000 names. The name appears to have remained stable in its rarity, with sporadic use continuing through the present day. Leeman is typically considered a masculine name, and its origins are uncertain, though it likely derives from a surname, possibly the German Lehman or English Leeman. The name has never been associated with any geographic concentration or notable frequency, reflecting its status as a highly uncommon choice.
Leeman is a rare given name of uncertain origin, likely derived from the German surname Lehman, meaning 'liege man' or 'vassal,' or from the English surname Leeman. It has occasionally been used as a first name in the United States since the early 20th century, though it has never entered widespread use. The name may also be a variant of Lyman or a respelling of the Dutch Leeman.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Leeman
Names that share Leeman's style, for a brother or sister.
