Johan vs Leland

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Johan

Boy #537 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Swedish Norwegian Dutch German Danish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#537
Total SSA Count
554
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Leland

Boy #548 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"meadow land"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#548
Total SSA Count
540
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Johan Rank #537
Leland Rank #548

Johan is more popular, ranked #537 vs #548 for Leland.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johan or Leland more popular?

Johan is more popular, ranked #537 compared to Leland at #548 in the United States.

What do Johan and Leland mean?

Johan means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Leland means "meadow land" (Old English origin).

Are Johan and Leland boy or girl names?

Johan is primarily a boy name. Leland is primarily a boy name.

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