Leni
leh-nee
US Popularity:2842
Origin:Greek
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:Light; From Magdala
Leni is a shortened form of the Greek names Helena, meaning “light,” and Magdalena, meaning “woman from Magdala.” It can be used as a nickname for these names, or as a short and sweet name on its own. Both are great options for your bundle of joy.
Famous People Named Leni
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Leni Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Leni is currently #1963 on The Bump
Boy:Leni is currently #1377 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Leni is currently #1093 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Leni is currently #2842 in U.S. births
Boy:Leni is currently #29589 in U.S. births
Girl:Leni is currently #2893 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#2893
in 2022
+ 380
from 2021
Sources
WordSense, Leni
Behind the Name, Leni, February 2019
Online Etymology Dictionary, Helen, June 2019
Online Etymology Dictionary, Magdalene, October 2020
Dictionary of Medieval Names from European Sources, Magdalene
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