Leannan as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Leannan

What is the meaning of the name Leannan ?

The baby name Leannan is a Unisex name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈlʲan̪ˠən/ — respelling: LAN-ən (LAN-an).

Leannan is Irish, Scottish Gaelic in Origin.

Leannan is a modern given name drawn from Scottish Gaelic leannan and Irish leannán, a common noun meaning “sweetheart,” “darling,” or “lover.” In Celtic folklore, the compound Leanan(n) Sí(dhe)/Sìth denotes a “fairy lover” or muse who inspires poets and artists, a theme recorded by 19th‑century folklorists and later popularized in literature. As a standalone name, Leannan conveys “beloved” while evoking Gaelic heritage and mythic romance.

As a personal name it is seldom attested before the late 20th century, gaining favor with Celtic revival naming and diaspora communities. Usage skews feminine, though the underlying Gaelic noun is not gendered. Variant forms include Leannán (Irish, with fada), Leannan (Scottish), and the anglicized Leanan; the folkloric compounds Leanan Sí/Leanan Sidhe and Leannan Sìth are descriptive phrases rather than given names.

⚙ Leannan is exceptionally rare. There are only 1 recorded use on record, spread over 1 country.