Le Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLuh / ləFrench; Vietnamese
Meaning
French: 'the'; Vietnamese: 'to come'
Historical & Cultural Background
In French, 'Le' is a definite article meaning 'the', often used in names to denote prominence. In Vietnamese culture, 'Le' is a common surname and can also be a given name, reflecting familial heritage. The name is relatively simple and has a straightforward pronunciation, making it accessible in various cultures.
Trend Summary
The name Le is uncommon as a first name in the U.S. but has seen occasional use.
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International Variants
- Lê (Vietnamese)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Le was first seen in the United States in 1888. Le has ranked as high as #1207 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Le has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Le (1985)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 15 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 13 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 14 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |