Find out how popular the first name Lyanne has been for the last 39 years (from 1986 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lyanne by gender

Based on the last 39 years of data, Lyanne is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Lyanne.

The history of the first name Lyanne

The name Lyanne is a modern English variant of the French feminine name Lianne, which is derived from the name Liane. Liane itself is a French form of the German name Liane, which comes from the German word "liane" meaning "climbing vine" or "liana." The name may have been inspired by the liana plant, a woody vine that grows abundantly in tropical forests.

Lyanne first gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States and Canada. While the name has no direct historical or literary references, its roots can be traced back to the German language and the natural world.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lyanne is Lyanne Mallmann, a South African tennis player born in 1943. She competed in the French Championships (now the French Open) and Wimbledon in the 1960s.

Another notable bearer of the name is Lyanne Melendez, an American actress and voice artist born in 1976. She is known for her voice work in various animated series, including The Legend of Korra and Ben 10.

Lyanne Schlosser is a Canadian actress born in 1973. She has appeared in several television shows and films, including The X-Files, Smallville, and The Twilight Saga: Eclipse.

In the literary world, Lyanne Gonzales is an American author and illustrator of children's books, such as "I See the Sun in China" and "I See the Sun in Nepal."

Lyanne Breidenbach is a South African businesswoman and philanthropist who has been involved in various charitable initiatives, particularly in the field of education and child welfare.

While the name Lyanne is relatively modern and lacks a long historical lineage, its origins can be traced back to the German language and the natural world. Its popularity has grown in recent decades, and it has been borne by notable individuals in various fields, including sports, entertainment, literature, and philanthropy.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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