Leland Chen

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Leland Chen — English
41K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Leland Chen is a name that combines English origins. The first name Leland is a masculine given name of English origin. Leland, Michigan, an unincorporated community and census-designated place Leland, Oregon, an unincorporated community Leland, Utah, an unincorporated community Leland, Washington, an unincorporated community Leland, Wisconsin, an unincorporated community Mount Leland, Victoria Land, Antarctica Given name Leland Austin (born 1986), American rapper under the stage name Yung L.A. The surname Chen: Chen ([ʈʂʰə̌n] ) is a common Chinese-language surname and one of the most common surnames in Asia. It is the most common surname in Taiwan (2010) and Singapore (2000). Chen is also the most common family name in Guangdong, Zhejiang, Fujian, Macau, and Hong Kong. It is the most common surname in Xiamen, the ancestral hometown of many overseas Hoklo. Chen was listed 10th in the Hundred Family Surnames poem, in the verse 馮陳褚衛 (Féng Chén Chǔ Wèi). In Cantonese, it is usually romanized as Chan (e.g., Jackie Chan), most widely used by those from Hong Kong, and also found in Macau and Singapore. Leland is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 41K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Leland reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Leland

English

Leland, Michigan, an unincorporated community and census-designated place Leland, Oregon, an unincorporated community Leland, Utah, an unincorporated community Leland, Washington, an unincorporated community Leland, Wisconsin, an unincorporated community Mount Leland, Victoria Land, Antarctica Given name Leland Austin (born 1986), American rapper under the stage name Yung L.A.

Surname: Chen

Vietnamese

Chen ([ʈʂʰə̌n] ) is a common Chinese-language surname and one of the most common surnames in Asia. It is the most common surname in Taiwan (2010) and Singapore (2000). Chen is also the most common family name in Guangdong, Zhejiang, Fujian, Macau, and Hong Kong. It is the most common surname in Xiamen, the ancestral hometown of many overseas Hoklo. Chen was listed 10th in the Hundred Family Surnames poem, in the verse 馮陳褚衛 (Féng Chén Chǔ Wèi). In Cantonese, it is usually romanized as Chan (e.g., Jackie Chan), most widely used by those from Hong Kong, and also found in Macau and Singapore.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Leland is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Leland by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
1910s
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Notable People Named Leland Chen

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Leland Chen:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Leland?
The first name Leland originates from English. Leland, Michigan, an unincorporated community and census-designated place Leland, Oregon, an unincorporated community Leland, Utah, an unincorporated community Leland, Washington, an unincorporated community Leland, Wisconsin, an unincorporated community Mount Leland, Victoria Land, Antarctica Given name Leland Austin (born 1986), American rapper under the stage name Yung L.A.
When was Leland most popular?
The name Leland reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Chen?
The surname Chen originates from Vietnamese. Chen ([ʈʂʰə̌n] ) is a common Chinese-language surname and one of the most common surnames in Asia. It is the most common surname in Taiwan (2010) and Singapore (2000). Chen is also the most common family name in Guangdong, Zhejiang, Fujian, Macau, and Hong Kong. It is the most common surname in Xiamen, the ancestral hometown of many overseas Hoklo. Chen was listed 10th in the Hundred Family Surnames poem, in the verse 馮陳褚衛 (Féng Chén Chǔ Wèi). In Cantonese, it is usually romanized as Chan (e.g., Jackie Chan), most widely used by those from Hong Kong, and also found in Macau and Singapore.
What are the origins of the name Leland Chen?
The name Leland Chen combines two different traditions: the first name Leland has English roots, while the surname Chen originates from Vietnamese.
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