Layan
Layan first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2025, when 329 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Layan popular?
Rising Layan has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 1,458 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,427 | |
| 2000s | 325 | |
| 1990s | 15 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Layan mean?
Layan (ليان) comes from the Arabic root l-y-n ('to be soft'), carrying the sense of softness, gentleness and an easy, comfortable life. Some sources add a secondary 'ease/prosperity of living' nuance.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Layan mean?
Layan means Softness, gentleness. Layan (ليان) comes from the Arabic root l-y-n ('to be soft'), carrying the sense of softness, gentleness and an easy, comfortable life. Some sources add a secondary 'ease/prosperity of living' nuance.
What is the origin of the name Layan?
Layan is of arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Layan?
Layan is pronounced “lay-AAN.”
Is Layan a boy or a girl name?
Layan is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Layan a popular name right now?
Layan has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Layan?
In 2025, Layan ranked #831 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Layan most popular?
Layan was most popular in 2025, when about 329 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Layan?
Names similar to Layan include Inaya, Khadija, Safa, Dua, Noor.
What names go well with Layan?
arabic names that pair well with Layan include Adam, Layla, Aaliyah, Malik, Amir.