Leighann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Leighann is a modern English name that combines the meanings of 'meadow' and 'grace'. It has evolved from earlier forms such as Leah and Ann and is recognized for its contemporary charm. The name does not have biblical relevance, but it gained popularity in the late 20th century. Variants include Leigh and Leanne, and it is often seen as a symbol of individuality.
The name Leighann is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Leighann has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Leighann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4435th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1814th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1548th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3288th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5849th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Leighann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Leighann"
Pronunciation
/liːˈæn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Leighann is a contemporary name that combines the elements 'Leigh', which has Old English roots meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing', and 'Ann', a variant of 'Anne', which comes from Hebrew meaning 'grace'.
Meaning
meadow, grace
Language Evolution
Leah, Leigh, Ann, Leighann
Historical Usage
Leighann emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often seen as a modern compound name.
Variants & Derivatives
Leigh, Ann, Leanne, Leanna
Modern Popularity & Image
Leighann is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with individuality and creativity.
Famous People
Leigh-Anne Thompson, Leigh-Anne Williams
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Leighann"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Leighann"
"Leighann" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4435th of 12526 | 149 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1814th of 19264 | 813 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1548th of 27321 | 1,476 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3288th of 35406 | 741 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5849th of 30306 | 256 |
Regional Popularity of "Leighann" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Leighann" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
77.02% 2262nd/2937 |
45.36% 1580th/3483 |
81.24% 2858th/3518 |
51.26% 2073rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.92% 1950th/3685 |
23.17% 1037th/4475 |
32.09% 1667th/5194 |
40.11% 2534th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.24% 3264th/4582 |
63.94% 3302nd/5164 |
43.69% 3195th/7313 |
75.02% 5599th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
87.73% 5985th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Leighann"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Leighann" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.