Lian

Meaning of Lian

Lian often means "lotus" or "graceful willow" in Chinese. It can also represent a connection or link.

Lian has Chinese roots — browse every Chinese baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Lian

Lian is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #428 in 2025 from #993 in 2018.

Notable people named Lian

• Lian Neeson
  Fictional character, Taken films
• Lian Lunson
  Australian filmmaker, musician
• Lian Paz
  Filipino dancer, actress
• Lian Wilkinson
  New Zealand rugby player
• Lian Dolan
  American author, broadcaster

Questions about the name Lian

What does the name Lian mean?

Lian means lian often means "lotus" or "graceful willow" in chinese. it can also represent a connection or link, and it comes from Chinese origins.

Is Lian a boy's or a girl's name?

Lian is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Lian?

In 2025, Lian ranked #428 for boys, up from #513 the year before.

When was Lian most popular?

Lian peaked at #428 in 2025.