Softness, tenderness, or graciousness
Liyanna is a modern variant of the Arabic name Liyana, which stems from the root 'lyn' referring to softness and flexibility. It is often interpreted as meaning 'tender' or 'delicate'. In some contexts, it is also associated with the French name Eliana or the Hebrew name Liana, suggesting 'God has answered'.
Less common today
Liyanna isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,286 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
