Light or torch; combination of Lee and Ani
Leani is often interpreted as a modern elaboration of the name Leanne or a combination of the names Lee and Ani. It carries the root meaning of 'light' from the Greek 'Helene' while also being associated with the Hawaiian name Leani, meaning 'heavenly flower'.
Less common today
Leani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,078 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
