Holding steady.
Popularity of Lejuan since 1972
Babies named Lejuan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 39 |
| 1980s | 62 |
| 1990s | 51 |
| 2000s | 45 |
| 2010s | 10 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lejuan is a rare American name that first emerged in 1972, reflecting the trend of creating distinctive compound names by adding the prefix Le- to existing names like Juan. Though it never reached the Top 1000, its peak year was 1989, when it was given to a small number of boys. Since then, the name has maintained a stable but very low level of use, with no recorded uptick in recent decades. Its top states are not available due to its rarity, but the name is most commonly found in communities that favor African American coinages. The trajectory is stable, meaning it has neither surged nor vanished, but remains an uncommon choice.
Lejuan is a name that first appeared in the United States in the early 1970s, likely as a modern coinage combining the popular prefix Le- (as in LeBron or LeShawn) with the Spanish name Juan. It has been used primarily by African American families, though it never reached Top 1000 popularity. Its peak year came in 1989, after which usage declined steadily.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lej
Sibling names for Lejuan
Names that share Lejuan's style, for a brother or sister.
