Myleigha Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MY-lee-uh //ˈmaɪliə//
Origin: Modern English; American
Meaning: Derived from the name 'Mylie' with a creative spelling variation.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Myleigha is a modern variation of the name Leah, which has its roots in Hebrew. The original Hebrew name לֵאָה (Le'ah) translates to "weary" or "tired." This name was carried into Greek as Λεία (Leia) and subsequently into Latin, where it was adapted as Leah.
The name Leah appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of one of the wives of Jacob, a significant figure in the Old Testament, and is often associated with themes of loyalty and familial bonds. The biblical Leah is noted for her role in the lineage of the tribes of Israel, which has contributed to the name's enduring significance in Jewish culture and beyond.
As the name Leah transitioned into various languages and cultures, it underwent several adaptations. In medieval Europe, Leah was commonly used among Jewish communities and later found its way into Christian contexts.
The name gained further prominence through translations of the Bible, including the King James Version in the early 17th century, which helped solidify its presence in English-speaking cultures. Over the centuries, Leah has inspired numerous derivatives and variations, including Leila and Myleigha, the latter of which reflects contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings and phonetic variations.
Culturally, the name Myleigha, like its predecessors, carries connotations of strength and resilience, echoing the biblical Leah's story of perseverance in the face of adversity. The use of the 'My' prefix in Myleigha may also suggest a personal or affectionate touch, a characteristic that is increasingly popular in modern naming practices.
While Myleigha itself is a relatively recent creation, it is rooted in a rich historical and cultural tapestry that connects it to its ancient origins.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Myleigha was first seen in the United States in 2008.
Myleigha has ranked as high as #21247 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Myleigha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Myleigha is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Myleigha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Myleigha.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Myleigha
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