| Meaning | graceful willow |
| Origin | Chinese, Hebrew |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Lian |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Li-an |
About Lian
Minimalist perfection captured in four letters, Lian exemplifies the "less is more" philosophy. This compact name carries surprising weight and presence despite—or perhaps because of—its brevity. Lian's single syllable delivers impact efficiently, making it memorable and distinctive without any fuss. The name's clean lines and simple structure give it a modern, almost architectural quality, appealing to parents with contemporary sensibilities. Its cross-cultural usage means Lian resonates in multiple traditions, from Chinese to Dutch contexts, making it ideal for multicultural families or those appreciating global citizenship. The name's neutrality allows your daughter's personality to shine without preconceived notions attached, while its uncommon status ensures individuality. Lian proves that powerful names don't require length or complexity.
Nicknames for Lian
| Li |
| Lia |
| Annie |
| Lee |
| Lili |
Famous People Named Lian
| Lian Cheng | Chinese actress and singer |
| Lian Ross | German singer |
| Lian Lunson | Australian filmmaker |
| Lian May | British fashion designer |
| Lian Qun | Chinese painter |
| Lian Firman | Indonesian politician |
| Lian Knight | British journalist |
| Lian Hee Wee | Singaporean entrepreneur |
| Lian van Leer | Dutch flautist |
| Lian Paz | Filipino actress and singer |
| Lian Zhengcheng | Chinese astronomer |
| Lian Ong | Australian pianist |
| Lian Xiao | Chinese poet |
| Lian Rossol | German field hockey player |
| Lian Yi | Chinese calligrapher |
| Lian Zhu | Chinese-American poet |
| Lian Gong | Chinese mathematician |
| Lian Tanner | Australian author |
| Lian Ro | Dutch basketball player |
Characters Named Lian
| Lian Mayford | Character from the "Wheel of Time" series |
| Lian Neesan | Character from "Made in Abyss" |
| Lian Hua | Character from "Legend of the Condor Heroes" |
| Lian Song | Character from "The Untamed" |
| Lian Ji | Character from "Three Kingdoms" |
| Lian Nora | Character from "Shadowhunters" |
| Lian Kaelar | Character from "The Runelords" series |
| Lian Radcliffe | Character from "The Inheritance Cycle" |
| Lian Zhou | Character from "Sword and Fairy" video game series |
| Lian Tsu | Character from "Mortal Kombat" |
| Lian Po | Character from "Kingdom" manga |
| Lian Xing | Character from "Syphon Filter" video game series |
| Lian Weilan | Character from "The Witcher" book series |
| Lian Nishigori | Character from "Carole & Tuesday" |
| Lian Mei | Character from "A Song of Ice and Fire" series |
| Lian Harper | Character from "Young Justice" |