Declining since 2017, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Liban since 1992
Babies named Liban per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 93 |
| 2000s | 145 |
| 2010s | 147 |
| 2020s | 61 |
Meaning & origin
Liban is a rare masculine name in the United States, first recorded in 1992. It reached its peak popularity in 2016, but has since been on a downward trajectory, with usage decreasing each year after 2017. In 2025, it ranked 10,695, with only 1 in every 284,679 newborn boys given the name. The name's origins are debated: it may derive from Arabic 'laban' meaning 'yogurt' or 'milk', or it could be a Somali name meaning 'lion'. No state stood out as a top location for the name. Liban remains a culturally rich but uncommon choice, primarily seen in families of East African or Arabic-speaking heritage.
The name Liban has multiple possible origins. In Arabic, it may be related to 'laban' (لبن), meaning 'yogurt' or 'milk', a common word in the region. In Somali culture, Liban is understood to mean 'lion', symbolizing strength and bravery. The name gained visibility in the United States from the 1990s onward, primarily among families of East African and Middle Eastern heritage. Its usage in the U.S. remains rare, with a modest peak in the 2010s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lib, Ban
Variants: Libaan, Leban
Sibling names for Liban
Names that share Liban's style, for a brother or sister.
