To bind or a clearing in the woods
Leane is a name with multiple potential roots, most commonly seen as a French variant of Liana, meaning 'to bind' or 'climb like a vine.' It is also frequently used as a diminutive of names ending in -leane or as a combination of Lee and Anne, suggesting a 'grassy meadow' or 'grace.'
Less common today
Leane isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,373 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
French actress known for her roles in independent cinema
