Lyanna is a unique and distinctive name of Westeros origin, featured prominently in the "Game of Thrones" series by George R.R. Martin. It is derived from the ancient High Valyrian language, which is spoken in the fictional world of Westeros.
The name Lyanna has no specific meaning as it was not derived from any known word or phrase in its original language. However, fans of the series have attributed their own interpretations to the name, with some believing it means "light" or "song," while others associate it with concepts like beauty, grace, or strength.
The character Lyanna Stark is a significant figure in the history of Westeros and plays a crucial role in the events leading up to the War of the Roses. As the eldest daughter of Rickard Stark, Lord of Winterfell, she was betrothed to Robert Baratheon but married Prince Rhaegar Targaryen instead, sparking the rebellion against King Aerys II.
Despite her brief appearance in the series, Lyanna's legend lives on through the stories told by her brother Ned and the impact she had on Westeros' political landscape. Her name has since become popular among fans of the franchise who wish to honor these memorable characters from the world of ice and fire.
"From the 70s to the early 90s, Lyanna was moderately popular, with birth numbers ranging between 5 and 10 per year. However, it gained significant traction from the late 90s onwards, with a steady increase in popularity from 20 births in 1997 to over 300 births annually by 2016-2017. The peak of Lyanna's popularity was reached in 2019 with 500 births that year alone."