Lyan
11% girls · 89% boys
About Lyan
Lyan is a modern masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant of Leon (meaning "lion"), Liam (a short form of William meaning "resolute protection"), or Ryan ("little king"). Some also consider it a creative spelling of "lion." The name has gained popularity in recent years as parents seek distinctive yet approachable names with familiar sounds. Lyan offers the appeal of contemporary naming trends that favor short, fluid names with strong consonants and an easy pronunciation. While not among the most common boys' names, its usage has been steadily increasing in the United States and parts of Europe, particularly appealing to parents looking for a name with a modern feel but subtle traditional connections.
Lyan is also given to girls, where it ranks #14248 in the US.
Pronounced LY-an.
As of October 2026, Lyan ranked #2588 for boys and #14248 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1991 for boys in 2021 and #10885 for girls in 2022.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,990 | 19 | 9.9 |
| 2015 | #4,486 | 22 | 11.5 |
| 2016 | #3,491 | 32 | 16.9 |
| 2017 | #2,700 | 46 | 24.9 |
| 2018 | #2,778 | 44 | 24.2 |
| 2019 | #2,302 | 60 | 33.4 |
| 2020 | #2,428 | 54 | 31.3 |
| 2021 | #1,991 | 75 | 42.9 |
| 2022 | #2,227 | 65 | 37.2 |
| 2023 | #2,406 | 57 | 33.3 |
| 2024 | #2,767 | 47 | 27.3 |
| 2025 | #2,588 | 51 | 29.9 |