Lelia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-lee-uh / /ˈliːliə/Latin; Greek
Meaning
Latin: 'delicate'; Greek: 'tender'
Historical & Cultural Background
Lelia is derived from the Latin name 'Lelia', which is believed to be a feminine form of 'Lelius'. The name has historical roots in ancient Rome and has been used in various cultures. It is sometimes associated with the Greek word for tender or delicate, reflecting a gentle nature.
Trend Summary
Lelia has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Leila
- Lila
International Variants
- Leila (Arabic)
- Léa (French)
- Lilia (Spanish)
Famous people named Lelia
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Fictional characters named Lelia
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lelia was first seen in the United States in 1880. Lelia has ranked as high as #570 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in Virginia, Georgia, North Carolina, Alabama, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Lelia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lelia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 65 |
| 1881 | 74 |
| 1882 | 95 |
| 1883 | 84 |
| 1884 | 102 |
| 1885 | 104 |
| 1886 | 102 |
| 1887 | 102 |
| 1888 | 128 |
| 1889 | 131 |
| 1890 | 137 |
| 1891 | 141 |
| 1892 | 171 |
| 1893 | 133 |
| 1894 | 146 |
| 1895 | 157 |
| 1896 | 153 |
| 1897 | 152 |
| 1898 | 149 |
| 1899 | 148 |
| 1900 | 206 |
| 1901 | 138 |
| 1902 | 140 |
| 1903 | 149 |
| 1904 | 156 |
| 1905 | 139 |
| 1906 | 124 |
| 1907 | 141 |
| 1908 | 141 |
| 1909 | 142 |
| 1910 | 138 |
| 1911 | 159 |
| 1912 | 186 |
| 1913 | 165 |
| 1914 | 226 |
| 1915 | 272 |
| 1916 | 265 |
| 1917 | 273 |
| 1918 | 308 |
| 1919 | 316 |
| 1920 | 276 |
| 1921 | 289 |
| 1922 | 295 |
| 1923 | 287 |
| 1924 | 304 |
| 1925 | 295 |
| 1926 | 272 |
| 1927 | 241 |
| 1928 | 241 |
| 1929 | 188 |
| 1930 | 199 |
| 1931 | 175 |
| 1932 | 193 |
| 1933 | 170 |
| 1934 | 159 |
| 1935 | 169 |
| 1936 | 146 |
| 1937 | 149 |
| 1938 | 160 |
| 1939 | 154 |
| 1940 | 152 |
| 1941 | 170 |
| 1942 | 134 |
| 1943 | 147 |
| 1944 | 134 |
| 1945 | 123 |
| 1946 | 145 |
| 1947 | 139 |
| 1948 | 139 |
| 1949 | 156 |
| 1950 | 111 |
| 1951 | 127 |
| 1952 | 112 |
| 1953 | 124 |
| 1954 | 118 |
| 1955 | 124 |
| 1956 | 96 |
| 1957 | 116 |
| 1958 | 96 |
| 1959 | 93 |
| 1960 | 104 |
| 1961 | 93 |
| 1962 | 78 |
| 1963 | 75 |
| 1964 | 79 |
| 1965 | 66 |
| 1966 | 60 |
| 1967 | 45 |
| 1968 | 49 |
| 1969 | 38 |
| 1970 | 48 |
| 1971 | 31 |
| 1972 | 39 |
| 1973 | 37 |
| 1974 | 37 |
| 1975 | 38 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 38 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1979 | 34 |
| 1980 | 30 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 31 |
| 1983 | 32 |
| 1984 | 34 |
| 1985 | 34 |
| 1986 | 34 |
| 1987 | 23 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 27 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 29 |
| 2000 | 33 |
| 2001 | 30 |
| 2002 | 26 |
| 2003 | 44 |
| 2004 | 38 |
| 2005 | 39 |
| 2006 | 43 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 36 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 39 |
| 2011 | 41 |
| 2012 | 39 |
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 40 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2021 | 33 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 22 |