Lyan
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Lake, waterfall, pool
Origin: Welsh/Old English
Popularity: Ranked #2588 in 2025 with 51 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Lynn. Shares the meaning 'Lake, waterfall, pool.'
Similar names: lyana, lyani, lyann, lyanna, lyannah, lyanni, layaan, layan
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Lyan? About 1 in 58,395 babies born in 2025 were named Lyan, or roughly 0.2 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Lyan
What does the name Lyan mean?
Lyan means “Lake, waterfall, pool” from Welsh/Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Lyan?
Lyan has Welsh/Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Lake, waterfall, pool”.
How popular is Lyan?
Lyan ranked #2572 in 2025 — given to 51 babies that year.
When was Lyan most popular?
Lyan peaked in 2021 with 75 babies registered that year.
Is Lyan a boy or girl name?
Lyan is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 85% of Lyans are boys and 15% are girls.
Is the name Lyan rising or falling in popularity?
Lyan has risen 10619 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #13191 in 2020 to #2572 in 2025.
How long has Lyan been recorded?
Lyan appears in birth records across 22 years — from 1992 through 2025.