Johnny vs Lian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lian

Boy #515 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"graceful willow"

Origin: Chinese (alternate character)

Cultural Roots

Chinese American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#515
Total SSA Count
594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Johnny Rank #458
Lian Rank #515

Johnny is more popular, ranked #458 vs #515 for Lian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnny or Lian more popular?

Johnny is more popular, ranked #458 compared to Lian at #515 in the United States.

What do Johnny and Lian mean?

Johnny means "Yahweh is merciful" (Hebrew origin). Lian means "graceful willow" (Chinese (alternate character) origin).

Are Johnny and Lian boy or girl names?

Johnny is primarily a boy name. Lian is primarily a boy name.

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