Leland

The name Leland signifies a place associated with a "meadow" or an open land, often giving a naturalistic and pastoral imagery associated with tranquility and prosperity.

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Leland is an English name derived from Old English elements, with "lēa" meaning "meadow," and "land," referencing "land" or "place." It has roots in landscape and geography tied names.

  • Popularity: 1,031st
  • Babies named Leland in the US in 2023:
    Female: 16
    Male: 564
  • Nicknames: Lee, Lele, Lenny, Lan, Landy.
  • Full Names: Leland, Leonard, Leopold, Leroy, Lemuel.
  • Famous Namesakes: Leland Stanford-entrepreneur, Leland Palmer-character, Leland Melvin-astronaut, Leland Orser-actor, Leland Sklar-bassist.
  • Gender: Primarily viewed as a male name but can also be used for females.
  • Numerology: Leland correlates with numerology number 7, pointing towards analytical, intuitive, and educated traits. Those with number 7 are often philosophical and seek deeper truths about the world.

The name Leland is not in the top rankings of most popular names, although it maintains a consistent presence among traditional and unique name enthusiasts, often used in areas favoring classic English roots.

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