ליאנה
Meaning of the name ליאנה
Liana is a delicate and melodic feminine name with multiple origins and rich meanings that enhance its beauty. The name is particularly popular among families with international backgrounds, combining influences from various cultures, making it a multicultural and distinctive choice. In French, Liane refers to a climbing plant, a delicate vine that weaves itself around trees and structures. This meaning brings with it symbolism of flexibility, adaptability, and connection between different elements. The climbing vine also symbolizes growth, upward aspiration, and inner strength expressed through gentleness. Additionally, there is an interpretation linking the name to the French word "lier," meaning "to bind" or "to weave," emphasizing connection and bonding between people. In Hebrew, there is a beautiful interpretation that breaks the name into two components: "Li" and "Ana." "Li" means "mine" or "to me," and "Ana" is an ancient Hebrew name meaning "grace" or "favor." This creates the meaning "my grace" or "my favor," expressing a sense of closeness, belonging, and love. Another interpretation sees "Ana" as a question - "where?" - making "Li Ana" mean "where is mine" or "where for me," expressing a sense of searching, longing, and aspiration. The name Liana also carries a connection to the biblical Hebrew name "Eliana" or "Eliyana," meaning "God has answered me." This is a name expressing gratitude and thanksgiving for an answered prayer, connecting the bearer to a sense of blessing and divine providence. In this context, Liana can be considered a modern and shorter form of this name, while maintaining the deep spiritual meaning. In literature and popular culture, the name Liana evokes associations of delicate femininity, natural elegance, and romance. It carries a sense of lightness and airiness, like a vine swaying in the wind. Women bearing this name are often perceived as having charming, friendly, and warm personalities, with a natural ability to form deep connections with people. The name spread throughout the Western world during the 20th century, particularly in English, French, and Italian-speaking countries. In Israel, it is perceived as a modern and international name, combining Hebrew roots with a Western sound, making it a perfect choice for families seeking a name that will be understood and comfortable both in Israel and abroad. Liana also conveys a sense of lightness and joie de vivre, while maintaining depth and meaning.
The name ליאנה with vowels
לִיאָנָה
The name ליאנה in English
Liana | Leanna | Lianna | Leana
ליאנה is mainly suitable for
Girl
Is the name ליאנה considered international
Yes
Origin of the name ליאנה from Kabbalah
In Kabbalah, the name Liana symbolizes the connection and weaving between the spiritual and material dimensions. The climbing vine represents the human soul aspiring upward toward divine light, while remaining anchored in the physical world. The name expresses the idea of connection between heaven and earth, and the ability to integrate spirituality into everyday life.
Gematria value for the name ליאנה
96
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30
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50
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Numerology value for the name ליאנה
6
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30
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96
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15
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6
Famous people named ליאנה
Liana Liberato - American actress | Liana Cornell - Canadian actress | Liana Mendoza - Venezuelan model and actress
Total times the name ליאנה was registered
710 times
Graph of the name ליאנה
* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022