Soft, gentle, or night blooming
Layana is a name with multiple potential roots, most commonly associated with the Arabic name Layla, meaning 'night,' or the Arabic word Layyin, meaning 'soft' or 'gentle.' In some contexts, it is also viewed as a modern elaboration of the name Lana or Liana. It carries a sense of grace and delicate beauty.
Less common today
Layana isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,731 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
