Liann
Liann is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,373 in the US, popular nicknames include Lia, Liy, and Liaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Liann first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 503 babies have been named Liann in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Liann is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,373 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,373
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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About the Name Liann
Liann is a girl name .
Liann is currently ranked #36,373 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Liann include Lia, Liy, and Liaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Liann include Liana, Lianna, Lianny, Liani, Lian . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis