Layana

“A variant of the name Alana which means 'little rock' or 'harmony'.” — Associated with qualities of grace and beauty

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1731US 2023

119Births / yr

↑Rising

498All-time births

📅 Since 197800

What does Layana mean and where does it come from?

The name Layana has gained popularity in the United States, particularly as a modern and unique name for girls. It appears in various cultural references and is often associated with qualities of grace and beauty. Its roots trace back to names like Alana, which is a name derived from Gaelic origins

Cultural significance

Layana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of the name alana which means 'little rock' or 'harmony'..

Peak popularity

Reached #2649 in 2018 — currently #1731 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Layana?

Layana works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Layana Grace

How popular is Layana right now?

Rising fast — up 1179 spots — currently #1731 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#1731 · Top 1.3%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1731	119	▲ up 1179 · +105% births
2022	#2910	58	▲ up 405 · +21% births
2021	#3315	48	▲ up 416 · +23% births
2020	#3731	39	▲ up 1168 · +39% births
2015	#4899	28	▲ up 2128 · +56% births
2010	#7027	18	▲ up 5192 · +125% births
2005	#12219	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Layana

Best Year2023Rank #1731

Peak Count119

Average Rank#5119

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Layana

Layana is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1978. With 498 total births recorded, Layana remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12219 in 2005 to #1731 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Layana in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Layana by decade

Layana peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	6
2000s	105
2010s ★	348
2020s	39

💎Layana has only 498 total recorded births since 1978 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Layana?

Common

LayLayieLayyAna

What names sound and feel like Layana?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Layana also consider these

Laylana

American · Arabic

Ladana

American · A beloved name

Lahana

American · Hawaiian

Lawana

American · Possibly derived from

Layanna

American · English

Layona

American · the one who

Lalana

Sanskrit · One who is

Latana

English · A beloved name

Common questions about the name Layana

What does the name Layana mean?

Layana means "A variant of the name Alana which means 'little rock' or 'harmony'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Layana?

Layana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Layana have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Layana?

Layana originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Layana trending right now?

Layana is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Layana a common or rare name?

Layana is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.