Malay · Arabic

Liyana

Pronounced lee-YAH-nahShare

Meaning: Soft; delicate

  • Girl
  • Uncommon
  • 3 syllables

The story

Liyana is used in Malay naming and is derived from Arabic layyin, “soft” or “delicate.” Its Arabic root and Malay use are distinct parts of the name’s history.

Popularity

Uncommon

Outside the US top 1,000.

Style

  • Soft
  • Works everywhere
  • Modern

Origins

Liyana comes from Malay and Arabic.

Arabic

Aaliyah

Exalted; sublime

Familiar
Arabic

Naima

Comfort; tranquility

Uncommon
Tagalog · Filipino

Ligaya

Happiness

Rare gem
Arabic

Leen

Softness; tenderness

Uncommon
Arabic

Mahira

Skilled; adept

Uncommon
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