Declining since 2006, #3,167 for girls today.
Popularity of Leyna since 1978
Babies named Leyna per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 227 |
| 1990s | 154 |
| 2000s | 710 |
| 2010s | 764 |
| 2020s | 309 |
Meaning & origin
Leyna is a modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1978, reflecting a broader trend of inventing new names by combining familiar sounds. It has never been common, with its highest rank in 2006 (its peak year). In 2025, it was given to roughly 1 in 32,145 girls, placing it at rank 3,167. The name has been on a falling trajectory since 2006. Geographically, Leyna has seen most usage in Florida, New York, and California. Its appeal likely lies in its soft, melodic sound and similarity to more established names like Lena and Layla, while maintaining a distinctive spelling.
Leyna first appeared in U.S. records in 1978. It is likely a modern coinage, blending sounds from names such as Lena, Layla, or Helena, which have Greek, Arabic, and Latin roots respectively. The spelling with 'y' gives it a contemporary, distinctive feel. It has never been among the top 1,000 names but saw its peak usage in 2006.
Where Leyna is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Leyna” around the world
Where Leyna lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
460
babies in 2024
Quebec
14
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lei, Ley, Lena
Sibling names for Leyna
Names that share Leyna's style, for a brother or sister.
