Gentle, soft, or flexible
Lyan is a modern variant of the Arabic name Liyan, which traditionally means 'softness' or 'gentleness' in Arabic. While more commonly used for girls in its original form, this spelling has emerged as a rare, gender-neutral or masculine choice in Western contexts. It conveys a sense of ease and grace.
Less common today
Lyan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,996 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
