Leen

Meaning of Leen

Leen is a female name with various origins and associations. In American English, it is pronounced as "leen" (/lin/), while in British English, the pronunciation remains the same: "leen" (/liːn/). In Dutch, however, it is pronounced as "layn" (/leːn/). A variation of this name is Lene.

When looking at data for newborns in the United States of America, we can see that Leen has been moderately popular over the years. It reached its peak in 2018 with 109 occurrences and a rank of 1849. Since then, it has remained consistently used but has slightly decreased in popularity. In recent years, there have been around 80-100 occurrences per year.

The name Leen does not have any specific associations or meanings commonly associated with it. This allows parents to choose the name based solely on their preference without being influenced by any preconceived notions or expectations. Whether you are drawn to its simplicity or unique sound, Leen offers a lovely option for parents seeking an elegant and distinctive name for their baby girl.

Pronunciation

Dutch

  • Pronunced as layn (/leːn/)

British English

  • Pronunced as leen (/liːn/)

American English

  • Pronunced as leen (/lin/)

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Similar Names to Leen

Notable People Named Leen

Leen van Steensel - Leendert van Steensel is a Dutch football coach and former professional player currently managing BVV Barendrecht.
Leen Barth - Leendert Barth is a Dutch former football player known for his career as a back-up goalkeeper in Belgium.
Leen de Groot is a retired Dutch cyclist known for winning several prestigious races in the late 1960s.
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