Leland

At a Glance

Meaning

Son of a servant of Saint Faolán (a name meaning 'little wolf')

Origin

Irish Gaelic (surname)

Gender

Boy

Pronunciation

LEE-landListen

Leland is a boy's name rooted in Irish Gaelic, tracing back to a surname meaning "son of a servant of Saint Faolan," whose own name meant "little wolf." It's pronounced LEE-land. You may see Leland glossed elsewhere as "meadow" or "fallow land," but that reading doesn't hold up — the name's real root is the Faolan connection above.

Meaning & Origin of Leland

Meaning: Son of a servant of Saint Faolán (a name meaning 'little wolf').

Origin: Irish Gaelic (surname).

A common claim: Commonly glossed as 'meadow' or 'fallow land.' Actually: Leland actually derives from a Gaelic surname meaning 'son of a servant of Saint Faolán' (Faolán itself meaning 'little wolf'), not 'meadow' or 'fallow land.'

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Leland

Popularity of Leland

Leland reached its highest point in 1921, ranking #171 with 866 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had settled much further down the list at #547, with 540 babies recorded.

Names Like Leland

These names share Leland’s style, era or origin.

• Alder
• Birch
• Caspian
• Cedar
• Clay
• Crane

FAQ

What does the name Leland mean?

Son of a servant of Saint Faolán (a name meaning ‘little wolf’). (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Leland?

Leland is pronounced LEE-land (IPA: /ˈliːlənd/).

Is Leland a popular name right now?

Leland peaked at #171 in 1921 and is ranked #547 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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