Leeya Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-uh / ˈliːəHebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: 'delight'; Arabic: 'the one who is loved'
Historical & Cultural Background
Leeya is a name with roots in both Hebrew and Arabic cultures. In Hebrew, it is often associated with joy and delight, reflecting positive emotions. In Arabic, it conveys a sense of love and affection. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly among those seeking meaningful and melodic names for girls.
Trend Summary
Leeya has seen a gradual increase in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Leah
- Liya
International Variants
- Lea (Spanish)
- Liya (Russian)
- Liya (Hebrew)
Famous people named Leeya
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Leeya was first seen in the United States in 1989. Leeya has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Leeya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Leeya (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 44 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 37 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 8 |