Leann
Pronunciation: [ l-ee-AN ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Leann first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 7 babies have been named Leann in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Leann is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,160 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,160
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Leann is also used as a girl name, ranked #3759.
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About the Name Leann
Leann is a boy name .
Is Leann a boy or girl name? Leann is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #16,160 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #3,759. Leann is more commonly used as a girl name.
Leann is currently ranked #16,160 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Leann include Lea, Ley, Leie, and Leakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Leann include Leandro, Leander . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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