Liban

Q: What is the origin of Liban?

Liban is of Somali origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Liban a boy name?

Liban is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Prosperity"

Liban is a Somali masculine name often glossed as prosperity or success, used widely in Somalia and diaspora communities.

Themes:somalimasculinemeaningful

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Liban

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#10464Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Liban did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Liban mean?

Liban means "Prosperity". Liban is a Somali masculine name often glossed as prosperity or success, used widely in Somalia and diaspora communities

What is the origin of Liban?

Liban is of Somali origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Liban?

According to the latest SSA data, Liban is currently ranked #10464 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Liban a boy name?

Liban is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Liban?

Common nicknames can be formed by shortening or modifying the name. Check the Nicknames section above for specific suggestions.

What names are similar to Liban?

There are many names similar to Liban in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSomali, Arabic

Syllables2

Length5 letters

US Rank#10464

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withL

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Abshir Guled Hamse Mucad Yonis

Sisters

Ayan Bilan Faduma Fartun Farhiya

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