Leah Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-uh / ˈliːəHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: weary; English: meadow
Historical & Cultural Background
Leah is a name of Hebrew origin, commonly associated with the biblical figure Leah, the wife of Jacob and mother of several of the tribes of Israel. In the Hebrew Bible, Leah is depicted as a strong character, often representing themes of loyalty and perseverance. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, sometimes adapted in spelling and pronunciation. In modern times, Leah has gained popularity in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Leah has seen consistent popularity in the United States, often ranking within the top 100 names for girls.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lea
- Lia
International Variants
- Lea (Spanish)
- Lia (Italian)
- Leah (English)
Famous people named Leah
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Fictional characters named Leah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Leah was first seen in the United States in 1962. Leah has ranked as high as #1172 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in District of Columbia, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Leah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Leah (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2022 | 6 |