Lean
boy name#5608 in 2025Lean entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #2725 in 1926, ranks #5608 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
#5608
rank today
#2725
peak (1926)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3736 |
| 1920s | #3720 |
| 1930s | #3840 |
| 2000s | #10523 |
| 2010s | #7545 |
| 2020s | #7440 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lean has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 200 people named Lean are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lean is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lean in 2025?
- Lean ranks #5608 among US boy names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lean most popular?
- Lean peaked in 1926, reaching #2725 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lean with classmates?
- Lean will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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