Leland
Leland: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈliːlənd/
Meaning and origin of Leland
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Shortened from McLeland, McClellan, from Irish Mac Giolla Fhaoláin, "son of servant of (Saint) Faolán (=Little Wolf)".
How popular is Leland?
Since 1880, 557 girls and 57,999 boys in the U.S. have been named Leland (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #979 in 1884. Its highest rank for boys was #171 in 1921. In 2025 it ranked #494 for boys, with 626 babies given the name.
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Leland FAQ
What does the name Leland mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. Shortened from McLeland, McClellan, from Irish Mac Giolla Fhaoláin, "son of servant of (Saint) Faolán (=Little Wolf)".
What is the origin of the name Leland?
Leland is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Leland?
Since 1880, 557 girls and 57,999 boys in the U.S. have been named Leland (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #979 in 1884. Its highest rank for boys was #171 in 1921. In 2025 it ranked #494 for boys, with 626 babies given the name.
Is Leland a boy or girl name?
Leland is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 557 girls and 57,999 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.