Leland
Leland is an English name derived from Old English elements meaning 'fallow land' or 'meadow land.' It originated as a surname before becoming a given name, evoking pastoral landscapes and natural beauty.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 637. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 950
- 2012: 897
- 2013: 774
- 2014: 759
- 2015: 857
- 2016: 758
- 2017: 817
- 2018: 747
- 2019: 743
- 2020: 635
- 2021: 721
- 2022: 609
- 2023: 568
- 2024: 546
- 2025: 612
- 2026 (projected): 637
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Has a vintage charm that feels both timeless and distinguished
- •The nickname 'Lee' offers a casual, friendly alternative
- •Works well in professional settings while remaining approachable
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Famous People
Leland Stanford
Railroad magnate and founder of Stanford University
Leland Palmer
Broadway dancer and choreographer
Leland Orser
Actor known for 'ER' and 'Taken'
Leland Sklar
Legendary session bassist
Statistics
57,999
Total births since 1880
2007
Peak year
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