"gracious meadow"
Origin: English/Hebrew compound
Language: English
Leann
Pronunciation: [ l-ee-AN ]
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"full of grace"
Origin: Hebrew via Ann
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The Story of Leann
LeAnn is a compound of Lee and Ann. Lee derives from the Old English leah meaning woodland clearing or meadow — it was originally a surname for people living near a clearing in the forest. Ann comes from the Hebrew Hannah meaning grace or favor. Together, they create a pastoral, graceful combination that embodies the American affection for blending simple names into warm, double-barreled compounds.
LeAnn peaked in the US in the 1960s-1980s as part of a broader trend for casual compound names in Southern and rural American culture. It remains recognizable partly through LeAnn Rimes, the country singer who became famous at just 13 years old with her 1996 hit Blue, and who won the Grammy for Best New Artist in 1997.
In American country music culture, compound names like LeAnn, LeeAnn, and Tammy were very popular from the 1960s through the 1990s. The name carries a warm, unpretentious character strongly associated with Southern American culture and the storytelling tradition of country music.
Historical Record
Leann first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 23,267 babies have been named Leann in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Leann is past its peak , currently ranked #3,759 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- LeAnn Rimes won the Grammy for Best New Artist in 1997 at just 14 years old, one of the youngest Grammy winners ever
- The double-barreled compound name tradition is especially strong in Southern American naming culture, producing names like Bobbie Jo, Billy Ray, and Mary Beth
Leann in Other Languages
Welsh
Lian
French
Léanne
English
LeAnn, Leanne, Leigh-Ann
Spanish
Leann
Popularity Over Time
#3,759
Current Rank
Peaked 1968
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Leann
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LeAnn Rimes
Musician
1982
American country singer who became famous at age 13 with her hit Blue (1996) and won the Grammy for Best New Artist in 1...
American country singer who became famous at age 13 with her hit Blue (1996) and won the Grammy for Best New Artist in 1997
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Leann Hunley
Actor
1955
American actress known for her role as Anna DiMera on Days of Our Lives
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,759
- Total SSA Count
- 40
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Lee
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Frequently Asked Questions About Leann
What does the name Leann mean?
"gracious meadow" (from English/Hebrew compound). "full of grace" (from Hebrew via Ann). LeAnn is a compound of Lee and Ann. Lee derives from the Old English leah meaning woodland clearing or meadow — it was originally a surname for people living near a clearing in the forest. Ann comes from the Hebrew Hannah meaning grace or favor. Together, they create a pastoral, graceful combination that embodies the American affection for blending simple names into warm, double-barreled compounds.
What is the origin of the name Leann?
Leann has English/Hebrew compound, Hebrew via Ann, American, and English origins. In English/Hebrew compound, it means "gracious meadow". In Hebrew via Ann, it means "full of grace".
Is Leann a boy or girl name?
Leann is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3759. As a boy name, it is ranked #16160. Leann is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Leann?
Leann is pronounced l-ee-AN.
How popular is the name Leann?
Leann is currently ranked #3759 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Leann?
Common nicknames for Leann include Lee, Annie, and Ann.
What are good middle names for Leann?
Popular middle name pairings include Leann Marie, Leann Grace, Leann Nicole, Leann Renee, Leann Michelle, and Leann Kay.
What are good sibling names for Leann?
Names that pair well with Leann as siblings include Crystal, Tammy, Misty, Todd, Brad, and Dawn.
How many syllables does Leann have?
Leann has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Leann a common or rare name?
Leann is an uncommon name, ranked #3759 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Leann
Leann is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "gracious meadow" in English/Hebrew compound .
Is Leann a boy or girl name? Leann is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,759 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #16,160. Leann is more commonly used as a girl name.
Leann is currently ranked #3,759 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Leann has 2 syllables and is pronounced l-ee-AN, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Leann include Lee, Annie, and Ann. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Leann include Leanna, Leana, Leanne, Leandra . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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