Holding steady, #7,133 for girls today.
Popularity of Leylany since 2004
Babies named Leylany per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 43 |
| 2010s | 98 |
| 2020s | 93 |
Meaning & origin
Leylany is a modern name that first appeared on the U.S. popularity charts in 2004, a period when inventive spellings and melodic -ee endings were gaining favor among parents. It reached its peak rank of 7,133 in 2021, but by 2025 it had settled to a stable trajectory, still used for about 1 in every 107,151 newborn girls. Unlike names with deep historical roots, Leylany's appeal lies in its fresh, lyrical sound, which echoes popular choices like Leilani and Layla without borrowing their specific meanings. The name has not been recorded in any top states, remaining a creative choice for families seeking individuality.
Leylany first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2004, suggesting a recent coinage. It likely combines the popular sounds of names like Leilani (Hawaiian for 'heavenly flower') or Layla (Arabic for 'night') with the fashionable -ee ending. The name has no established meaning outside of its aesthetic appeal.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ley, Lani, Leyla
Sibling names for Leylany
Names that share Leylany's style, for a brother or sister.
