NAME PROFILE
Leni
Leni is a name of German and Dutch origin, meaning 'light' or 'bright.' It carries a sense of brightness and positivity, often associated with cheerful and lively personalities.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,962 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2023 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1941 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | German, Dutch, Finnish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
⚡ Modern Favorite
Top States
NY — 29%CA — 29%MN — 18%WI — 12%IL — 12%
Notable People
Leni Riefenstahl (Filmmaker, *Triumph of the Will*) · Leni Robredo (Former Vice President of the Philippines) · Leni Parker (Actress, *The Man in the High Castle*) · Leni Lo (Artist) · Leni Klum (Model, daughter of Heidi Klum)
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