Holding steady.
Popularity of Leman since 1913
Babies named Leman per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1937, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Leman's real moment was 1914.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 96 |
| 1920s | 145 |
| 1930s | 115 |
| 1940s | 84 |
| 1950s | 61 |
| 1960s | 44 |
| 1970s | 48 |
| 1980s | 21 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Leman is a rare given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1913, during a period when surname-inspired names were common. Its peak year was 1914, which likely reflects a brief upswing in the 1910s. Since then, it has consistently remained below the top 1000, and no data on one-in-N frequency is available. The name's trajectory suggests it has been stable but extremely infrequent, never achieving wide use. Leman may appeal to those seeking an unusual traditional name with Old English roots.
The name Leman is likely derived from the English surname, which originated from the Old English word 'leofman' (sweetheart or beloved). It was occasionally used as a given name in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, but never achieved widespread popularity. It may also be a variant of the Germanic name 'Lehman', meaning 'vassal' or 'liege man'.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Leman
Names that share Leman's style, for a brother or sister.
