Leota Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlee-OH-tah / liːˈoʊtəEnglish; Native American
Meaning
English: joyful; Native American: 'the one who is loved'
Historical & Cultural Background
Leota is a name that has roots in both English and Native American cultures. In English, it is often associated with joy and happiness. The Native American interpretation emphasizes love and affection. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in different regions and periods.
Trend Summary
Leota has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Leotah
- Leota
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Leota was first seen in the United States in 1880. Leota has ranked as high as #553 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Oklahoma, Missouri, Ohio, Illinois, and Kansas. In the past 5 years the name Leota has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Leota (1959)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 30 |
| 1881 | 24 |
| 1882 | 21 |
| 1883 | 25 |
| 1884 | 39 |
| 1885 | 42 |
| 1886 | 39 |
| 1887 | 43 |
| 1888 | 56 |
| 1889 | 51 |
| 1890 | 58 |
| 1891 | 59 |
| 1892 | 71 |
| 1893 | 71 |
| 1894 | 60 |
| 1895 | 66 |
| 1896 | 96 |
| 1897 | 71 |
| 1898 | 99 |
| 1899 | 77 |
| 1900 | 99 |
| 1901 | 74 |
| 1902 | 74 |
| 1903 | 82 |
| 1904 | 108 |
| 1905 | 95 |
| 1906 | 87 |
| 1907 | 79 |
| 1908 | 99 |
| 1909 | 99 |
| 1910 | 108 |
| 1911 | 121 |
| 1912 | 156 |
| 1913 | 207 |
| 1914 | 249 |
| 1915 | 312 |
| 1916 | 341 |
| 1917 | 314 |
| 1918 | 359 |
| 1919 | 311 |
| 1920 | 340 |
| 1921 | 340 |
| 1922 | 281 |
| 1923 | 266 |
| 1924 | 309 |
| 1925 | 281 |
| 1926 | 244 |
| 1927 | 240 |
| 1928 | 225 |
| 1929 | 205 |
| 1930 | 201 |
| 1931 | 193 |
| 1932 | 190 |
| 1933 | 164 |
| 1934 | 153 |
| 1935 | 136 |
| 1936 | 157 |
| 1937 | 162 |
| 1938 | 140 |
| 1939 | 126 |
| 1940 | 133 |
| 1941 | 117 |
| 1942 | 96 |
| 1943 | 104 |
| 1944 | 87 |
| 1945 | 74 |
| 1946 | 82 |
| 1947 | 74 |
| 1948 | 52 |
| 1949 | 52 |
| 1950 | 63 |
| 1951 | 33 |
| 1952 | 45 |
| 1953 | 51 |
| 1954 | 27 |
| 1955 | 37 |
| 1956 | 37 |
| 1957 | 24 |
| 1958 | 21 |
| 1959 | 32 |
| 1960 | 27 |
| 1961 | 23 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 20 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 24 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |