Lelan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lelan is an English name that means 'loyal' or 'faithful', derived from the Irish surname Leal. It has evolved from historical forms such as Leal and Lelanus. The name has gained popularity in the 20th century and is perceived as modern and unique, reflecting traits of loyalty. There is no significant biblical background associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lelan"
Pronunciation
/ˈliːlən/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Lelan is derived from the Irish surname Leal, which means 'loyal' or 'faithful'. It has also been influenced by the English word 'lean' and the Hebrew word 'laila', meaning 'night'.
Meaning
loyal, faithful
Language Evolution
Leal, Lelan, Lelanus
Historical Usage
The name Lelan gained popularity in the 20th century as a given name in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Leland, Leal, Lel
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lelan is considered a unique and modern name that conveys a sense of loyalty and faithfulness.
Famous People
Lelan Statom, an American writer and artist.
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Boy Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 42 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in West Virginia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lelan"
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 "Lelan"
"Lelan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2883rd of 7545 | 131 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3110th of 6773 | 109 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3415th of 7552 | 107 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6632nd of 10718 | 32 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8861st of 16616 | 45 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5133rd of 24088 | 251 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4847th of 23106 | 239 |
Regional Popularity of "Lelan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
84.53% 2000th/2366 |
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| 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) |
- | - |
55.87% 4086th/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Lelan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lelan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lelan" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Lelan" in the United States
The name Lelan is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lelan has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lelan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2883rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3110th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3415th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6632nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8861st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5133rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4847th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Lelan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.