US Popularity Rank: 4369

Origin: Romanian

Meaning: Brilliant, shining light, the bright one; Weary

Leana is a girl’s name of Greek origin. It comes from the name Helen, which means “brilliant,” “shining light,” or “the bright one.” Despite its Estonian and Hebrew meaning of “weary,” Leana can still remind baby that no cloud in the sky could stop their light from illuminating the darkest moments. It also serves as a fashionable alternative to names like Lea, Liana, or the Romanian Ileana.